New Zealand

$639+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
Jul 10 — Jul 171
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand

Cheapest flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 10, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/19:33 am
ORD
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AKL
3 stops34h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/87:00 am
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops40h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$844
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Mon 9/147:03 pm
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 02m
Qantas Airways
Wed 10/216:10 am
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 53m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/8$886
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 11/811:00 pm
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop39h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 11/183:50 pm
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 14m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$887
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/42:55 pm
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Wed 11/182:35 pm
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/9$890
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/112:55 pm
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Thu 12/32:35 pm
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 57m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$891
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/79:00 am
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops36h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 8/46:00 am
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops40h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$914
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 8/47:08 pm
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops36h 22m
Qantas Airways
Tue 8/111:25 pm
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$922
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/79:00 am
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 30m
Qantas Airways
Tue 7/286:10 am
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops26h 49m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$931
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 11/14:45 pm
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop21h 40m
Qantas Airways
Thu 11/128:20 am
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 32m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$936
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/12:55 pm
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop22h 20m
Delta
Fri 12/182:35 pm
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops28h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$940
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/31:15 pm
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops24h 00m
Delta
Sat 11/72:35 pm
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 46m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$941
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 11/191:49 pm
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops29h 16m
Qantas Airways
Sat 12/53:50 pm
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 02m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$958

Find flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated June 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$844
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$639
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,776
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Auckland Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Auckland Intl flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($169 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/2

5:10 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 11/11

6:20 am-9:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$980

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/7

7:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/15

1:25 pm-12:01 am

2 stops27h 36m

$986

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/2

5:10 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 11/10

6:05 am-3:55 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,037

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/24

7:08 pm-12:20 am

2 stops36h 12m

Christchurch

Fri 7/31

6:20 am-11:00 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$1,105

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/27

9:10 pm-1:20 am

2 stops58h 10m

Christchurch

Mon 10/12

6:00 am-4:50 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,126

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/6

5:16 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Wellington

Sat 8/15

6:05 am-11:00 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,128

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

7:08 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops26h 37m

Wellington

Sat 8/1

3:40 pm-5:09 am

2 stops30h 29m

$1,134

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

1:21 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 14m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 11/22

7:00 am-5:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,137

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

7:08 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops26h 22m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/1

3:25 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$1,149

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/4

3:00 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 11/15

6:05 am-3:55 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,165

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New Zealand

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $142). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New Zealand is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated June 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Departing from Chicago to New Zealand will take you 28h 15m. Chicago and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 8518 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New Zealand one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $663. Users have also found prices from $674 and $910 on Air New Zealand and United Airlines, respectively.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $142). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to New Zealand

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to New Zealand. 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 June 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$318Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$534Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$735Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$809Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,090Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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