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$578+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Island

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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CHC
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 11/121:49 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops36h 16mQantas Airways
Wed 11/267:00 amZQN - ORD
2 stops35h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/25$1,204
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/111:49 pmORD - CHC
2 stops30h 36mQantas Airways
Sat 11/156:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops36h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,206
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/1011:45 amORD - CHC
2 stops31h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 12/176:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 47mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,245
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Tue 11/43:00 pmORD - CHC
2 stops29h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 11/136:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops29h 47mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/25$1,252
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sat 11/16:03 pmORD - CHC
2 stops27h 22mQantas Airways
Tue 11/186:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops36h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/25$1,292
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 11/299:35 amORD - ZQN
2 stops40h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/94:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops21h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/26$1,329
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/251:00 pmORD - BHE
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/24:00 pmBHE - ORD
3 stops46h 46mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/26$1,372
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 11/299:20 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/98:25 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops37h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,381
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/252:00 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/28:50 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops36h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,418
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/48:28 amORD - CHC
3 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/133:55 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,507
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Wed 12/103:11 pmORD - CHC
2 stops37h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2511:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,567
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/111:49 pmORD - CHC
2 stops30h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:10 amCHC - ORD
3 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,656

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,100
(Priceline)

One-way from

$578
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,170
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to South Island 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to South Island that are best for you.

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ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

1:49 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops36h 16m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 11/26

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,204

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

1:49 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops36h 16m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/2

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,204

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/10

11:45 am-2:00 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 12/17

6:05 am-5:52 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$1,245

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

6:03 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops27h 22m

Christchurch

Tue 11/18

6:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$1,292

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

9:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops40h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/9

4:05 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$1,329

ChicagoBlenheim

ORD - BHE

ORDBHE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

1:00 pm-9:05 am

2 stops25h 05m

Blenheim

Tue 12/2

4:00 pm-7:46 pm

3 stops46h 46m

$1,372

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

9:20 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops51h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/9

8:25 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops37h 16m

$1,381

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

11:50 am-1:10 pm

3 stops30h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 1/26

8:45 am-2:41 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$1,403

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

2:00 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops34h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/2

8:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops36h 51m

$1,418

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

8:28 am-2:55 pm

3 stops35h 27m

Christchurch

Thu 11/13

3:55 pm-7:28 am

2 stops34h 33m

$1,507

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to South Island?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Island (average of $622). Flying from Chicago to South Island in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,647). 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 EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to South Island is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. 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 South Island. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Chicago to South Island. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
923 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to South Island. 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 South Island?

    Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand can get you from Chicago to South Island in just under 36h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 24m. The distance between Chicago and South Island is about 8733 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to South Island?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Christchurch, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Queenstown Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Blenheim when deciding on the best route from Chicago to South Island.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to South Island?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to South Island 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 South Island?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Island (average of $622). Flying from Chicago to South Island in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,647). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to South Island. 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,270Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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