How long is the flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

Departing from Chicago to New Zealand will take you 21h 54m. Chicago and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 8186 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 Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $500. Users have also found prices from $596 and $638 on American Airlines and Fiji Airways, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular routes from Chicago to New Zealand?

Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Auckland Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Christchurch or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wellington when deciding on the best route from Chicago to New Zealand.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to New Zealand?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago to New Zealand.

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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 December 9, 2025.

Mon 12/86:35 pmORD - AKL

1 stop19h 35mUnited Airlines

Thu 12/183:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$861

Wed 12/101:13 pmORD - AKL

2 stops24h 22mDelta

Mon 12/222:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops23h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/7

$865

Thu 12/113:40 pmORD - AKL

2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/192:00 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6

$870

Sun 12/76:17 pmORD - AKL

1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways

Sun 12/144:05 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops32h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/6

$896

Mon 12/812:45 pmORD - AKL

1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines

Sun 12/143:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop17h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$911

Sun 12/71:15 pmORD - AKL

1 stop24h 55mQantas Airways

Mon 12/153:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop21h 02mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/7

$913

Mon 12/81:01 pmORD - AKL

2 stops24h 34mDelta

Sun 12/212:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops20h 44mDelta

Deal found 12/7

$915

Mon 12/88:50 amORD - AKL

2 stops43h 10mQantas Airways

Sun 12/213:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop20h 01mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/7

$926

Sun 12/73:56 pmORD - AKL

2 stops22h 14mAmerican Airlines

Sun 12/143:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop19h 17mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/6

$965

Mon 12/810:38 amORD - ZQN

2 stops26h 57mAir New Zealand

Mon 12/152:35 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops43h 13mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,113

Wed 12/106:35 pmORD - CHC

1 stop21h 00mAir New Zealand

Wed 12/2412:00 pmCHC - ORD

2 stops25h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/8

$1,119

Tue 12/96:35 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand

Tue 12/162:15 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops23h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/8

$1,254

Best flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

Mon 2/94:16 pmORD - AKL

1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines

Thu 3/122:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop24h 46mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$861

Mon 2/97:05 amORD - AKL

2 stops30h 30mDelta

Wed 2/182:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops21h 14mDelta

Deal found 12/6

$865

Thu 2/56:40 pmORD - AKL

1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways

Sat 2/143:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop26h 58mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/8

$913

Mon 2/235:11 pmORD - WLG

2 stops32h 19mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/27:40 amWLG - ORD

2 stops27h 58mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$1,003

Mon 1/191:00 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops24h 35mAir New Zealand

Mon 1/263:05 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops22h 47mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,118

Tue 2/244:20 pmORD - AKL

1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines

Tue 3/102:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$861

Mon 2/97:05 amORD - AKL

2 stops30h 30mDelta

Wed 2/252:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops25h 09mDelta

Deal found 12/9

$865

Fri 2/66:40 pmORD - AKL

1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways

Sat 2/143:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop26h 58mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/8

$913

Mon 2/99:55 amORD - AKL

2 stops27h 40mDelta

Thu 3/121:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops22h 25mDelta

Deal found 12/8

$865

Thu 2/55:16 pmORD - AKL

1 stop20h 54mUnited Airlines

Fri 2/133:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop20h 12mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/6

$911

Fri 2/66:40 pmORD - AKL

1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways

Mon 2/163:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop19h 48mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/8

$913

Wed 2/45:30 amORD - AKL

2 stops32h 05mDelta

Tue 2/172:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops21h 14mDelta

Deal found 12/6

$865

Fri 2/66:40 pmORD - AKL

1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways

Sun 2/153:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop19h 48mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/8

$913

Mon 1/191:00 pmORD - WLG

2 stops25h 20mAir New Zealand

Mon 1/262:55 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops22h 57mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,118

Sat 3/72:35 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops24h 15mAir New Zealand

Wed 3/182:15 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops23h 38mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/8

$1,166

Mon 3/24:00 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops24h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 3/143:05 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops23h 18mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,166

Fri 1/166:29 pmORD - CHC

1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines

Wed 2/46:00 amCHC - ORD

2 stops35h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$1,250

Mon 3/162:35 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops26h 50mAir New Zealand

Fri 3/202:15 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops23h 38mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,166

Fri 1/166:29 pmORD - CHC

1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/296:00 amCHC - ORD

2 stops34h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$1,250

Sat 3/73:35 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 3/188:50 pmZQN - ORD

3 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$1,693

Sat 3/284:00 pmORD - CHC

2 stops23h 55mAir New Zealand

Mon 4/65:00 pmCHC - ORD

2 stops23h 28mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,166

Sat 3/284:00 pmORD - CHC

2 stops23h 55mAir New Zealand

Tue 4/78:10 pmCHC - ORD

2 stops44h 18mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,166

Sat 5/23:18 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops30h 12mQantas Airways

Sat 5/93:25 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops25h 34mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/8

$1,480

Fri 3/134:00 pmORD - CHC

2 stops24h 25mAir New Zealand

Tue 3/244:00 pmCHC - ORD

2 stops22h 23mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,166

Wed 2/410:41 amORD - WLG

2 stops29h 39mAir New Zealand

Tue 2/246:55 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops30h 19mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,171

Tue 2/104:16 pmORD - WLG

2 stops25h 54mAir New Zealand

Wed 2/184:45 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops25h 19mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,171

Mon 3/25:11 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops27h 24mQantas Airways

Sat 3/1410:45 amZQN - ORD

3 stops31h 09mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/7

$1,792

Wed 2/43:53 pmORD - WLG

2 stops24h 27mAir New Zealand

Fri 2/204:45 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops22h 08mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,221

Fri 2/66:29 pmORD - WLG

2 stops23h 41mAir New Zealand

Tue 2/246:55 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops30h 19mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,221

Sun 2/83:53 pmORD - WLG

2 stops21h 47mAir New Zealand

Thu 2/195:15 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops24h 49mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,221

Last-minute flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand. Data last updated December 9, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 12/86:35 pmORD - AKL

1 stop19h 35mUnited Airlines

Thu 12/183:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$861

Wed 12/101:13 pmORD - AKL

2 stops24h 22mDelta

Mon 12/222:35 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops23h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/7

$865

Thu 12/113:40 pmORD - AKL

2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/192:00 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops28h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6

$881

Thu 1/1512:50 pmORD - AKL

2 stops51h 10mAir Canada

Tue 1/202:00 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop21h 42mAir Canada

Deal found 12/7

$900

Fri 1/163:35 pmORD - AKL

1 stop24h 25mAir Canada

Fri 2/206:15 amAKL - ORD

2 stops29h 23mAir Canada

Deal found 12/9

$866

Fri 1/169:10 amORD - AKL

2 stops30h 50mAir Canada

Tue 1/202:00 pmAKL - ORD

2 stops22h 03mAir Canada

Deal found 12/7

$896

Mon 1/191:00 pmORD - ZQN

2 stops24h 35mAir New Zealand

Mon 1/263:05 pmZQN - ORD

2 stops24h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/9

$1,118

Mon 1/191:00 pmORD - WLG

2 stops25h 20mAir New Zealand

Mon 1/262:55 pmWLG - ORD

2 stops22h 57mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/7

$1,118

Wed 1/213:10 pmORD - AKL

1 stop23h 45mQantas Airways

Wed 1/281:20 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop19h 35mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/7

$860

Wed 1/216:40 pmORD - AKL

2 stops31h 50mQantas Airways

Sat 1/313:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop18h 07mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/7

$886

Thu 1/223:10 pmORD - AKL

2 stops38h 15mQantas Airways

Mon 2/26:10 amAKL - ORD

2 stops29h 39mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/7

$902

Tue 1/273:10 pmORD - AKL

2 stops27h 55mQantas Airways

Mon 2/23:50 pmAKL - ORD

1 stop18h 07mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/8

$859

One-way flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to New Zealand. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

Tue 4/76:12 pmORD - AKL

2 stops25h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$621

Mon 1/269:00 amORD - AKL

3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$676

Mon 3/99:38 pmORD - CHC

3 stops45h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$697

Thu 3/196:12 pmORD - AKL

2 stops33h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$707

Tue 1/279:02 amORD - AKL

2 stops33h 38mAir Tahiti Nui

Deal found 12/8

$710

Sat 1/243:35 pmORD - AKL

3 stops51h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$753

Fri 4/107:15 amORD - AKL

2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$777

Thu 3/196:12 pmORD - ZQN

3 stops52h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$779

Sun 2/15:40 amORD - WLG

3 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$783

Tue 1/273:44 pmORD - AKL

3 stops50h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$785

Sun 2/13:22 pmORD - AKL

2 stops43h 43mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/8

$800

Thu 3/267:15 amORD - ZQN

3 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/7

$814

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Round-trip from	$858 (Air Canada)
One-way from	$621 (Trip.com)
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,729

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ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

4:16 pm-9:10 am

1 stop21h 54m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

2:50 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop24h 46m

$861

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

4:20 pm-9:10 am

1 stop21h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

2:50 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$861

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

7:05 am-8:35 am

2 stops30h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/18

2:35 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$865

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

7:05 am-8:35 am

2 stops30h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/25

2:35 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$865

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

9:55 am-8:35 am

2 stops27h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

1:35 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$865

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

5:30 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/17

2:35 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$865

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

5:16 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 54m

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/13

3:50 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop20h 12m

$911

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

6:40 pm-9:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/14

3:50 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop26h 58m

$913

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

6:40 pm-9:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/14

3:50 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop26h 58m

$913

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

6:40 pm-9:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/16

3:50 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop19h 48m

$913

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-New Zealand 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-New Zealand 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 New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Chicago with our price prediction graph.

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $622). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,335). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to NZ?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to New Zealand is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New Zealand?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

947 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,089 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,043 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Air Canada

7.1

Good

10,514 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

552 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Chicago to New Zealand?
Departing from Chicago to New Zealand will take you 21h 54m. Chicago and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 8186 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 Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $500. Users have also found prices from $596 and $638 on American Airlines and Fiji Airways, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Chicago to New Zealand?
Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Auckland Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Christchurch or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wellington when deciding on the best route from Chicago to New Zealand.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago to New Zealand?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to New Zealand.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to New Zealand?
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $622). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,335). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to New Zealand

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Air Canada	Cheapest$663	Average$1,173	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$712	Average$1,270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
American Airlines	Cheapest$858	Average$1,511	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$860	Average$1,171	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,066	Average$1,598	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,100	Average$1,633	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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