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$779+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Queenstown (ZQN)

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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ZQN
Dez 21 — Dez 281
So 12/21
So 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Queenstown (ZQN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$1,173
(oojo)

One-way from

$779
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
So 11/2312:45 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops26h 05mAir New Zealand
Di 11/252:15 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops23h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/19$1,173
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 11/227:55 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops46h 35mAir New Zealand
So 11/308:25 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops41h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/19$1,844
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fr 12/126:17 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops26h 18mQantas Airways
Mi 12/177:00 amZQN - ORD
2 stops28h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/20$2,261
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 12/125:10 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mi 12/178:25 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops43h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$2,301
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
So 11/2311:42 amORD - ZQN
3 stops27h 08mMultiple Airlines
Di 11/252:15 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops38h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,691
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sa 11/228:20 amORD - ZQN
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
So 11/308:50 amZQN - ORD
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,831
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mo 12/226:32 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops28h 53mAir New Zealand
Sa 1/39:45 amZQN - ORD
2 stops37h 52mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/19$3,189
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 12/128:00 amORD - ZQN
3 stops59h 05mAir Canada
Mi 12/173:35 pmZQN - ORD
3 stops66h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 11/20$3,400
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 12/2412:45 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops26h 05mAir New Zealand
Sa 1/39:45 amZQN - ORD
2 stops24h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/19$3,511
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 12/243:55 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sa 1/312:10 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$3,641

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Queenstown that are best for you.

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ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 11/23

12:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops26h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Di 11/25

2:15 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,173

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 1/4

4:46 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 49m

Queenstown Intl

So 1/11

7:00 am-7:29 pm

2 stops31h 29m

$2,239

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 12/12

6:17 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops26h 18m

Queenstown Intl

Mi 12/17

7:00 am-4:02 pm

2 stops28h 02m

$2,261

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 12/12

5:10 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mi 12/17

8:25 pm-9:09 pm

3 stops43h 44m

$2,301

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 1/4

2:17 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops29h 03m

Queenstown Intl

So 1/11

4:05 pm-6:16 am

3 stops33h 11m

$2,950

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sa 1/3

1:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops27h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sa 1/10

3:35 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$2,969

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 12/22

6:32 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops28h 53m

Queenstown Intl

Sa 1/3

9:45 am-4:37 am

2 stops37h 52m

$3,189

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 12/12

8:00 am-2:05 pm

3 stops59h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Mi 12/17

3:35 pm-3:10 pm

3 stops66h 35m

$3,400

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 12/24

12:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops26h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sa 1/3

9:45 am-2:55 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$3,511

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 12/24

3:55 pm-6:35 pm

3 stops31h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sa 1/3

12:10 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$3,641

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Deals found on 11/19

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Queenstown 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-Queenstown flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated November 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways from Chicago to Queenstown by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Queenstown from Chicago?

    Located just 3.9 mi from the city center, Queenstown Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Queenstown from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Queenstown?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways fly from Chicago to Queenstown in about 26h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 44m. Chicago and Queenstown are separated by a distance of 8733 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Queenstown round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at $1,048, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Queenstown..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Queenstown that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Queenstown flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Queenstown.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Chicago to Queenstown

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Queenstown. 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,048Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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