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$622+ 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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,084
(oojo)

One-way from

$622
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,723
From Chicago (CHI) 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 September 17, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 12/83:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop24h 20mAir Canada
Sun 12/212:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop24h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$1,155
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/116:03 pmORD - AKL
2 stops34h 37mFiji Airways
Tue 11/258:00 amAKL - ORD
2 stops30h 42mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/248:10 amORD - AKL
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:20 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,160
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/57:15 amORD - AKL
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Wed 12/172:00 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops37h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$1,187
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:10 pmORD - AKL
2 stops25h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 12/93:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops23h 09mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:22 pmORD - AKL
2 stops37h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:10 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,204
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/303:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops39h 00mAir Canada
Mon 11/36:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$1,379
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:40 pmORD - WLG
2 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Sun 12/710:45 amWLG - ORD
2 stops37h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$1,396
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:20 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,418
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:40 pmORD - WLG
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/76:00 amWLG - ORD
2 stops27h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,419
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/85:10 pmORD - CHC
2 stops25h 00mFiji Airways
Sat 11/222:10 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,420
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/257:01 pmORD - WLG
2 stops27h 09mFiji Airways
Thu 10/25:20 pmWLG - ORD
2 stops21h 58mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,435

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to New Zealand 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New Zealand that are best for you.

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ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

7:15 am-11:00 am

2 stops32h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/17

2:00 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$1,202

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

5:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/25

8:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,261

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

5:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/23

8:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$1,275

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

6:03 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops34h 42m

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/25

3:10 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,287

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

5:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/26

8:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$1,339

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

5:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/26

8:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$1,366

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

1:49 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops28h 51m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/16

3:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 49m

$1,368

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

6:03 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/22

3:10 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,384

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

6:03 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/26

8:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$1,384

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

3:40 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Wellington

Sun 12/7

10:45 am-5:00 am

2 stops37h 15m

$1,396

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New Zealand 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.

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 September 17, 2025.
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
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
907 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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 Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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

    Departing from Chicago to New Zealand will take you 28h 35m. Chicago and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 8733 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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?

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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

Discover the top 6 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,221Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,350Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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