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$534+ 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
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
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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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$991
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$534
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,628
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 junio 12, 2025.

This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/66:20 amORD - AKL
2 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/202:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$991
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
lun. 11/33:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops30h 40mAir Canada
lun. 11/177:00 amAKL - ORD
2 stops28h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,162
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.
sáb. 9/136:30 pmORD - AKL
2 stops25h 10mFiji Airways
sáb. 9/272:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops24h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,165
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/84:02 pmORD - CHC
2 stops26h 08mFiji Airways
sáb. 12/132:10 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 09mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,180
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/11:00 pmORD - CHC
2 stops40h 05mAir Canada
mar. 11/186:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,257
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 11/73:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/156:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 12/14:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops21h 45mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/311:20 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops20h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,383
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/72:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/211:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop24h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,438
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.
lun. 12/11:55 pmORD - AKL
2 stops24h 00mDelta
mié. 12/312:50 pmAKL - ORD
3 stops26h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,468
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
mié. 9/244:10 pmORD - AKL
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
lun. 10/67:40 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/12$1,516
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/297:49 pmORD - WLG
3 stops46h 46mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/196:00 amWLG - ORD
2 stops27h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,536
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
dom. 9/219:13 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops48h 07mAir New Zealand
dom. 9/288:25 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops42h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,634

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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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/6

6:20 am-11:05 pm

2 stops47h 45m

Auckland Intl

sáb. 9/20

2:10 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$991

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/3

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Auckland Intl

lun. 11/17

7:00 am-4:38 pm

2 stops28h 38m

$1,162

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/13

6:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Auckland Intl

sáb. 9/27

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$1,165

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/8

4:02 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops26h 08m

Christchurch

sáb. 12/13

2:10 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops24h 09m

$1,180

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/1

1:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Christchurch

mar. 11/18

6:10 am-2:39 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$1,257

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 11/7

3:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops37h 25m

Christchurch

sáb. 11/15

6:10 am-4:38 pm

2 stops29h 28m

$1,316

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/1

4:40 pm-9:25 am

2 stops21h 45m

Auckland Intl

mié. 12/31

1:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$1,383

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/7

2:40 pm-7:10 am

1 stop23h 30m

Auckland Intl

jue. 8/21

1:50 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop24h 34m

$1,438

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/1

1:55 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Auckland Intl

mié. 12/31

2:50 pm-10:38 pm

3 stops26h 48m

$1,468

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 9/24

4:10 pm-6:00 am

1 stop20h 50m

Auckland Intl

lun. 10/6

7:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$1,516

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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, 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 junio 12, 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.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and Korean Air. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 $677. Users have also found prices from $1,042 and $1,049 on United Airlines and Air New Zealand, 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, 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 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$425Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$451Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$465Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,183Average$1,688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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