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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand

CHI — AKL
apr 16 — apr 231
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $425). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,439). 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 marzo 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

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 22h 25m. 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 Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $638. Users have also found prices from $674 and $910 on Air New Zealand and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $425). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,439). 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 marzo 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$407Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$428Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$534Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$849Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,061Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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