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$533+ 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 3/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$792
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$533
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,520
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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 January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/2311:44 amORD - AKL
1 stop22h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/153:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop18h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$792
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.
Wed 1/212:50 pmORD - AKL
2 stops23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/311:20 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops20h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$796
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/245:25 pmORD - AKL
2 stops21h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1012:20 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops20h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$797
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/217:52 amORD - AKL
1 stop27h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/64:25 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop35h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$799
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/134:45 pmORD - AKL
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 11/291:20 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/6$851
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/54:49 pmORD - AKL
1 stop21h 21mQantas Airways
Wed 3/111:15 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops28h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/7$861
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/512:52 pmORD - AKL
1 stop25h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/192:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop28h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$862
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/203:00 pmORD - AKL
2 stops27h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 11/291:20 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 08mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/7$863
This Qantas Airways 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/133:00 pmORD - AKL
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 11/234:35 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops26h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/6$864
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/256:40 pmORD - WLG
2 stops23h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/77:40 amWLG - ORD
2 stops26h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$946
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/711:38 amORD - ZQN
2 stops27h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/187:00 amZQN - ORD
2 stops27h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,061
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

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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 January 8, 2026.
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

Sun 3/8

2:58 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 12m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/14

6:10 am-5:46 pm

2 stops29h 36m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

2:26 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 44m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

2:50 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

4:10 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/11

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

2:26 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 44m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/11

2:50 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop22h 02m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

6:40 pm-9:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

4:35 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops25h 12m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

7:45 am-9:10 am

1 stop30h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

2:50 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

4:45 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/22

4:35 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops25h 12m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

8:58 am-9:10 am

1 stop29h 12m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

2:50 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop26h 48m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

1:24 pm-9:55 am

1 stop25h 31m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/28

6:10 am-5:46 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$862

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/30

4:45 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 4/11

6:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$862

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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

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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 $603). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,453). 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 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 January 8, 2026.
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
567 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
567 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
968 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,143 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,097 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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 Canada
7.1
Good
10,603 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
567 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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………

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

    Departing from Chicago to New Zealand will take you 23h 12m. 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.

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $603). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,453). 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$858Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$859Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,062Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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