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$959+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Christchurch (CHC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CHC
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 January 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,082
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$959
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,189
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/103:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/196:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$969
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2811:11 amORD - CHC
2 stops41h 54mAir Canada
Tue 4/76:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 1/5$977
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:35 pmORD - CHC
2 stops39h 05mAir Canada
Tue 3/246:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 1/5$1,038
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1311:40 amORD - CHC
2 stops26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/249:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,082
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/83:35 pmORD - CHC
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/166:20 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,096
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/134:00 pmORD - CHC
2 stops25h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 3/245:30 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops20h 53mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/6$1,119

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Christchurch 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Christchurch that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Christchurch

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Return

Price

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

11:11 am-11:05 pm

2 stops41h 54m

Christchurch

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-7:58 pm

2 stops30h 58m

$977

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

6:25 pm-11:05 pm

3 stops58h 40m

Christchurch

Mon 3/16

6:10 am-2:41 pm

2 stops26h 31m

$1,105

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

4:00 pm-9:35 am

2 stops23h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 4/12

8:05 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops42h 26m

$1,171

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

12:54 pm-8:05 am

2 stops25h 11m

Christchurch

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops32h 23m

$1,185

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

4:16 pm-10:35 am

1 stop23h 19m

Christchurch

Tue 1/27

2:15 pm-6:25 am

1 stop35h 10m

$1,195

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

6:29 pm-10:35 am

1 stop21h 06m

Christchurch

Mon 1/26

1:00 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,210

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

4:16 pm-10:35 am

1 stop23h 19m

Christchurch

Wed 1/28

5:00 pm-6:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

$1,210

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

4:16 pm-10:35 am

1 stop23h 19m

Christchurch

Thu 2/12

5:00 pm-5:02 pm

2 stops43h 02m

$1,215

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

6:17 pm-9:55 am

2 stops44h 38m

Christchurch

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-11:38 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$1,217

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

9:02 am-5:35 pm

3 stops37h 33m

$959

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Christchurch in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Christchurch flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Christchurch flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Christchurch flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Christchurch flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Christchurch flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Christchurch

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Christchurch

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Christchurch?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Christchurch (average of $603). Flying from Chicago to Christchurch in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,647). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated January 7, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Christchurch, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
565 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
565 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
565 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
967 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
565 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 5.9 mi from the city center, Christchurch is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Christchurch from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Christchurch (CHC) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Christchurch?

    For as low as $1,171, Air Canada can have you in Christchurch from Chicago in 23h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8518 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($435), Qantas Airways ($983), and Air New Zealand ($1,287) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Christchurch. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Christchurch?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Christchurch (average of $603). Flying from Chicago to Christchurch in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,647). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Christchurch

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Christchurch. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,287Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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