New Zealand

$594+ 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
Jun 11 — Jun 181
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Chicago to New Zealand with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand

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 May 12, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/97:15 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/177:00 am
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops39h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$949
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/77:15 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/222:00 pm
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops47h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,022
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/97:20 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/156:05 am
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops64h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,038
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/37:05 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/122:00 pm
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,105
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/306:55 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops48h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/71:25 pm
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops48h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,147
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Mon 8/176:00 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops49h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/216:00 am
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops41h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$1,188
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:55 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/166:10 am
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,189
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/283:40 pm
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops30h 40m
Air Canada
Mon 12/72:00 pm
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop19h 41m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/10$1,341
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/137:15 am
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/117:00 am
AKL
-
ORD
3 stops57h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,371
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/46:17 pm
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops24h 23m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sat 12/194:05 pm
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops40h 14m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 5/12$1,384
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/303:51 pm
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops23h 34m
Air New Zealand
Wed 10/146:10 am
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops26h 27m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/9$1,568
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 9/226:20 pm
ORD
-
ZQN
2 stops29h 20m
Air New Zealand
Wed 3/102:15 pm
ZQN
-
ORD
2 stops25h 07m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$1,608

Find 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 May 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$949
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$594
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,161
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Auckland Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Auckland Intl flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New Zealand
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New Zealand that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

7:00 am-1:20 pm

3 stops37h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/19

1:25 pm-6:22 am

3 stops33h 57m

$1,472

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

1:03 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops34h 47m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/19

1:25 pm-6:22 am

3 stops33h 57m

$1,561

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/8

9:31 am-2:40 pm

3 stops34h 09m

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/14

6:00 am-5:40 am

3 stops42h 40m

$1,566

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/22

6:20 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/10

2:15 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops25h 07m

$1,608

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

7:01 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops26h 04m

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/21

6:10 am-4:03 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$1,662

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

5:15 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/8

1:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,663

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/19

6:03 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops26h 02m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/2

8:20 am-3:55 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,663
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

1:55 pm-7:15 am

2 stops23h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/10

2:35 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop18h 12m

$1,667

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

9:30 pm-7:10 am

1 stop40h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/1

2:50 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop23h 27m

$1,680

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/19

11:00 pm-8:10 am

1 stop39h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/2

3:50 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop26h 39m

$1,680

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/11

Showing 1-10 of 50 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
5

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.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New Zealand

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

The best time to book flights from Chicago to New Zealand is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $142). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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 May 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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

    Departing from Chicago to New Zealand will take you 26h 04m. 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 $663. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand (average of $142). Flying from Chicago to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

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 May 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$407Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$428Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$534Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$836Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,061Average$1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.