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$714+ 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CHC
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Wed 11/5
Wed 11/12
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 October 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,359
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$714
(Fiji Airways)

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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 October 6, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:30 amORD - CHC
2 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/176:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/64:45 pmORD - CHC
2 stops27h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/173:55 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,412
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:55 amORD - CHC
2 stops31h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 12/119:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,418
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Tue 12/25:05 pmORD - CHC
2 stops25h 00mFiji Airways
Sat 12/132:10 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,433
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/43:53 pmORD - CHC
2 stops23h 32mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/174:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops22h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$1,434
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/43:53 pmORD - CHC
2 stops23h 02mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/185:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops20h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$1,435
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/23:13 pmORD - CHC
2 stops29h 32mQantas Airways
Tue 12/169:50 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 22mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,436
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:18 pmORD - CHC
2 stops24h 52mFiji Airways
Sat 12/132:10 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,444
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:55 amORD - CHC
2 stops31h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 12/139:50 amCHC - ORD
2 stops22h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,463
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/34:10 pmORD - CHC
1 stop23h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 12/122:15 pmCHC - ORD
1 stop24h 29mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$1,468
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:23 pmORD - CHC
2 stops33h 12mQantas Airways
Mon 11/172:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops48h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,472
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:35 pmORD - CHC
1 stop21h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/161:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops20h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$1,473

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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 October 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Christchurch that are best for you.

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ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

4:45 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Christchurch

Mon 11/17

3:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 04m

$1,412

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

4:45 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 12/11

9:00 am-1:34 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

6:17 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Christchurch

Sun 12/14

2:00 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops42h 34m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

3:13 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops29h 32m

Christchurch

Tue 12/16

9:50 am-5:12 pm

2 stops26h 22m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

6:17 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Christchurch

Tue 12/16

9:50 am-7:35 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

4:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 12/11

9:00 am-3:26 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

3:13 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops28h 27m

Christchurch

Mon 12/15

9:00 am-1:34 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

5:05 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 12/14

2:00 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops42h 34m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

6:17 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops23h 58m

Christchurch

Sun 12/14

2:00 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops42h 34m

$1,436

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

6:17 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops26h 28m

Christchurch

Wed 12/17

9:00 am-5:12 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$1,436

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Christchurch in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Christchurch flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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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 $566). 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 October 6, 2025.
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
511 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
511 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
511 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
911 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
511 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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 $1,412, American Airlines can have you in Christchurch from Chicago in 27h 40m. 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 ($663), Qantas Airways ($983), and Air New Zealand ($1,377) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Christchurch. These flights start at 54% 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 $566). 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 October 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,377Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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