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$769+ 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
2 stars

Round-trip from

$943
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$769
(Air Tahiti Nui)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,563

Good one-way deal

$1,000 or less
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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 April 29, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/146:10 amORD - AKL
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/192:30 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops25h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$943
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 11/24:02 pmORD - AKL
1 stop22h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/87:00 amAKL - ORD
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$966
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/83:35 pmORD - AKL
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Sun 7/136:35 amAKL - ORD
2 stops25h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,070
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 12/247:46 pmORD - CHC
2 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/116:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops32h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,150
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 12/114:45 pmORD - AKL
2 stops25h 55mFiji Airways
Sat 12/203:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops23h 08mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,177
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 11/111:45 amORD - AKL
2 stops43h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 11/197:00 amAKL - ORD
2 stops35h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,183
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:23 pmORD - CHC
2 stops39h 42mQantas Airways
Sat 11/156:20 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/294:48 pmORD - AKL
1 stop21h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/121:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop28h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,202
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/276:26 pmORD - AKL
1 stop19h 44mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/311:59 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 52mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,276
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/86:10 amORD - WLG
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/135:15 pmWLG - ORD
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,328
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 7/211:55 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops26h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/43:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops23h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,335
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Tue 8/127:10 amORD - CHC
2 stops32h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/25:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops23h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,342

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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 April 29, 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

Sat 6/14

6:10 am-12:40 pm

2 stops37h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/19

2:30 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops25h 37m

$943

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

3:35 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/13

6:35 am-2:49 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$1,070

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

4:48 pm-7:10 am

1 stop21h 22m

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/12

1:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop28h 09m

$1,202

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

7:13 pm-12:35 am

2 stops36h 22m

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-5:26 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$1,272

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

6:26 pm-7:10 am

1 stop19h 44m

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/3

11:59 pm-4:51 am

1 stop21h 52m

$1,276

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

6:10 am-6:20 pm

2 stops43h 10m

Wellington

Sun 7/13

5:15 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$1,328

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/21

1:55 pm-9:50 am

2 stops26h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/4

3:05 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$1,335

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

4:48 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 37m

Christchurch

Wed 6/11

11:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,343

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/2

9:09 pm-8:40 am

2 stops42h 31m

Wellington

Mon 7/7

1:45 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops24h 33m

$1,355

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

7:13 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-3:44 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,364

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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, 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 April 29, 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 April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as Air Tahiti Nui, Fiji Airways and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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
190 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

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 Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $959. Users have also found prices from $991 and $1,003 on Air Tahiti Nui and United Airlines, 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 - Queenstown Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wellington when deciding on the best route from Chicago to New Zealand.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,000. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Auckland Intl) can be booked for $1,018 on average our data indicates $1,003 when flying 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$425Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$451Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$944Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,227Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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