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$791+ 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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CHC
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,079
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$791
(Fiji Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,378
From Chicago (CHI) to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($145 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/147:09 pmORD - CHC
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/216:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,079
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 11/13:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops37h 25mAir Canada
Tue 11/186:10 amCHC - ORD
3 stops52h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$1,141
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 9/273:40 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops32h 35mAir Canada
Wed 10/13:25 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops41h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$1,525
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/147:09 pmORD - ZQN
3 stops31h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2110:50 amZQN - ORD
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,535
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 11/41:00 pmORD - BHE
2 stops27h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/252:35 pmBHE - ORD
2 stops27h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/2$1,824
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/206:20 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops27h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 8/307:05 amZQN - ORD
2 stops27h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,857
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/144:50 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops24h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/212:15 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops24h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,883
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/154:50 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/223:05 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops32h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$2,085
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:03 pmORD - BHE
3 stops45h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/221:15 pmBHE - ORD
2 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$2,239

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to South Island that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

South Island

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

7:09 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops23h 56m

Christchurch

Thu 8/21

6:05 am-2:54 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,079

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

3:40 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 11/18

6:10 am-3:11 pm

3 stops52h 01m

$1,141

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

3:40 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 10/1

3:25 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops41h 35m

$1,525

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

7:09 pm-7:40 pm

3 stops31h 31m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/21

10:50 am-5:40 am

3 stops35h 50m

$1,535

ChicagoBlenheim

ORD - BHE

ORDBHE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

1:00 pm-11:40 am

2 stops27h 40m

Blenheim

Tue 11/25

2:35 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$1,824

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

6:20 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/30

7:05 am-5:10 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$1,857

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

4:50 pm-9:50 am

2 stops24h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/21

2:15 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,883

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

4:50 pm-9:50 am

2 stops24h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 8/22

3:05 pm-6:10 am

2 stops32h 05m

$2,085

ChicagoBlenheim

ORD - BHE

ORDBHE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

7:03 pm-9:05 am

3 stops45h 02m

Blenheim

Fri 8/22

1:15 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$2,239

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

6:20 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$791

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Island

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Chicago to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines 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
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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    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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from Chicago to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to South Island

Discover the top 4 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$899Average$2,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$904Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,270Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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