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$687+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CHC
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,100
(Priceline)

One-way from

$687
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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March

Average price

$1,170
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

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 11/251:49 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops36h 16mQantas Airways
Tue 12/27:00 amZQN - ORD
2 stops35h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,204
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 oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/2911:35 amORD - ZQN
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/78:25 pmZQN - ORD
2 stops43h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/28$1,445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:00 pmORD - ZQN
2 stops28h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/267:00 amZQN - ORD
2 stops31h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,551
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:30 pmORD - CHC
2 stops57h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 11/186:20 amCHC - ORD
2 stops28h 04mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/28$1,719
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/19:08 pmORD - CHC
2 stops41h 57mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/186:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/27$1,747
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/153:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/296:45 amCHC - ORD
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,832
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/221:00 pmORD - CHC
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/610:30 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/27$2,047
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/249:28 amORD - ZQN
2 stops36h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3110:45 amZQN - ORD
2 stops29h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$2,212
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/156:00 amORD - CHC
2 stops32h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/296:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops29h 27mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/27$2,284
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/221:00 pmORD - CHC
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/54:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops23h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/27$2,293
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/139:08 pmORD - CHC
2 stops40h 57mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/286:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/27$2,301

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island that are best for you.

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ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

3:40 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 3/14

6:20 am-2:41 pm

2 stops26h 21m

$1,276

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

12:55 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/23

3:05 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,288

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

12:54 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 56m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/18

3:05 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,303

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

4:00 pm-9:05 am

2 stops23h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 3/25

3:05 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,303

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

4:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 4/7

4:00 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops21h 22m

$1,303

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

4:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 3/24

5:00 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$1,303

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/12

3:55 pm-9:50 am

2 stops22h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/22

5:20 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$1,310

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

12:55 pm-8:35 am

2 stops24h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/23

3:05 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,316

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

1:40 pm-11:05 pm

3 stops39h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 4/7

6:10 am-2:43 pm

2 stops25h 33m

$1,320

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

1:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/19

5:20 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$1,327

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island (average of $622). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Air Canada from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
520 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
925 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Canada
7.1
Good
10,372 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
520 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island in about 25h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 8733 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and South Island.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to South Island that include hotel bookings?

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Island (average of $622). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to South Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 29, 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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