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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Queenstown (ZQN) from $1,054

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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Queenstown (ZQN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,539

One-way from

$1,054
From Chicago (CHI) to Queenstown Intl
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One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Queenstown Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Queenstown?

Saturday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Chicago to Queenstown. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Queenstown.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Queenstown (CHI - ZQN)?

When flying from Chicago to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Chicago to Queenstown

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Chicago and Queenstown. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Sat 8/313:40 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops25h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/153:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops25h 53mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/3$1,342
Sun 9/14:50 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops24h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/163:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops23h 02mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/3$1,391
Wed 10/234:46 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops23h 04mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/302:15 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/4$1,434
Sat 8/313:40 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops25h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/153:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops25h 53mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/3$1,458
Tue 6/43:44 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops25h 06mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/183:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops22h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/4$1,612

Cheap Chicago to Queenstown flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Queenstown specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
Tue 6/43:44 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops25h 06mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/183:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops22h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/4$1,612
Tue 6/47:00 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/183:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,808
Tue 6/48:45 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops45h 45mEmirates
Tue 6/182:05 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops66h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/4$4,014

Chicago to Queenstown 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Queenstown in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Wed 10/234:46 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops23h 04mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/302:15 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/4$1,434
Tue 6/43:44 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops25h 06mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/183:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops22h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/4$1,612
Tue 6/47:00 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/183:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,808
Sat 11/94:40 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Wed 11/135:30 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops41h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,892
Sat 11/94:40 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Wed 11/133:40 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops49h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 5/3$1,913
Sat 11/94:40 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Wed 11/133:40 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops49h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$1,914
Wed 10/232:35 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/304:35 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,999
Tue 6/48:45 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops45h 45mEmirates
Tue 6/182:05 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops66h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/4$4,014
Wed 10/2312:04 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops32h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/308:15 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops43h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$14,535

One-way flights to Queenstown from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Tue 6/116:25 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,054
Tue 7/26:25 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,242
Tue 7/26:39 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops26h 51mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,333
Tue 6/115:55 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,343

Find flights from Chicago to Queenstown within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Queenstown that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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$1,342 - $2,369

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Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/31

2 stops25h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops25h 53m

$1,342

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops24h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/16

2 stops23h 02m

$1,391

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/23

2 stops23h 04m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/30

2 stops25h 55m

$1,434

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/31

3 stops25h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops25h 53m

$1,458

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/30

2 stops31h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/16

2 stops41h 01m

$1,791

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/4

3 stops28h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 6/18

2 stops22h 55m

$1,808

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/30

2 stops34h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops35h 06m

$1,910

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops31h 07m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/16

3 stops36h 15m

$2,281

Chicago O'Hare IntlQueenstown Intl

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/31

3 stops50h 46m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 9/15

3 stops33h 08m

$2,369

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Queenstown flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Queenstown by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Queenstown by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Queenstown is currently $1,243 while a round-trip flight costs $1,754. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Queenstown (average of $1,539). Flying from Chicago to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,986). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,973

February

$1,604

March

$1,673

April

$1,849

May

$1,638

June

$1,709

July

$1,604

August

$1,969

September

$1,866

October

$1,649

November

$1,539

December

$1,986

Temperature and rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZQN

Temperature

37.4 - 59 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Queenstown. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,014 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
983 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,728 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,904 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown from Chicago?

    Located just 3.9 mi from the city center, Queenstown Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Queenstown from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Queenstown for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Queenstown for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,342, but on average you can expect to pay $1,969.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Queenstown round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $1,342, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Queenstown.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and American Airlines.

  • What does ORD to ZQN mean?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD and Queenstown Intl Airport is ZQN. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Queenstown that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Queenstown flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Queenstown with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Queenstown flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Queenstown that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Queenstown flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Queenstown.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Queenstown that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Queenstown offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Queenstown flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Queenstown flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Queenstown flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/4.

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Top airline flying from Chicago to Queenstown

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