$916 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Zealand

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to New Zealand departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to New Zealand

Travellers love KAYAK
41,299,237 searches in the past 7 days on KAYAK

Save 19% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Zealand

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,771
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$2,041
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,116
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$2,804
Napier
Napier2 stops$4,022
Tauranga
Tauranga2 stops$4,286
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$4,105
Rotorua
Rotorua2 stops$3,986
Taupo
Taupo2 stops$3,902
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,771
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$2,041
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,116
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$2,804
Napier
Napier2 stops$4,022
Tauranga
Tauranga2 stops$4,286
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$4,105
Rotorua
Rotorua2 stops$3,986
Taupo
Taupo2 stops$3,902

Book Cheap Chicago to New Zealand Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Chicago to New Zealand that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand

Sat, 21 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
16:45 - 13:40ORD-AKL
25h 55m2 stops
Fiji Airways Logo
15:00 - 21:07AKL-ORD
24h 07m2 stops
$1,771Fiji Airways
Find Deal
Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
16:45 - 13:40ORD-AKL
25h 55m2 stops
Fiji Airways Logo
15:00 - 19:18AKL-ORD
23h 18m2 stops
$1,810Fiji Airways
Find Deal
Thu, 25 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct
Logo
06:30 - 12:40ORD-AKL
37h 10m2 stops
Logo
08:00 - 22:43AKL-ORD
32h 43m2 stops
$1,873
Find Deal
Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 2 Mar
Air Canada Logo
08:45 - 11:00ORD-AKL
31h 15m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 16:50AKL-ORD
45h 50m2 stops
$1,931Air Canada
Find Deal
Mon, 9 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 17:20ORD-AKL
30h 40m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:15 - 14:41AKL-ORD
27h 26m2 stops
$1,938Air Canada
Find Deal
Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Logo
06:30 - 13:40ORD-AKL
37h 10m2 stops
Logo
08:00 - 23:57AKL-ORD
33h 57m2 stops
$1,997
Find Deal
Mon, 1 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
13:00 - 06:05ORD-AKL
22h 05m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:55 - 19:44AKL-ORD
18h 49m1 stop
$2,024Air New Zealand
Find Deal
Thu, 23 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
16:40 - 10:10ORD-WLG
23h 30m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
16:45 - 20:23WLG-ORD
21h 38m2 stops
$2,826Air New Zealand
Find Deal
Wed, 10 Dec - Fri, 19 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
15:11 - 15:25ORD-CHC
29h 14m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:20 - 13:44CHC-ORD
26h 24m2 stops
$3,279Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Tue, 6 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
13:12 - 14:50ORD-WLG
30h 38m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:05 - 17:38WLG-ORD
30h 33m2 stops
$3,598Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to New Zealand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to New Zealand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to New Zealand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to New Zealand is November, when tickets cost $2,132 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, when the average cost of return tickets is $3,126 and $3,095 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Chicago to New Zealand, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Find deals

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$916
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago to Auckland

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • Which is the most suitable airline to fly with from Chicago to New Zealand?

    There are many major airlines operating between Chicago and New Zealand. All these airlines offer different inflight services. Therefore, the type of airline that you choose depends on your preferences and budget. For instance, Air New Zealand offers food, entertainment, and extra assistance to passengers with limited mobility and comfortable seats with enough legroom.

  • Can I have access to accessible services at New Zealand airports?

    New Zealand airports offer unique services to passengers with limited mobility. However, if you want to access these services, you need to contact your airline 48h prior to your travel date. As a result, you will find extra assistance and a wheelchair waiting on the ground upon arrival.

  • What family friendly services are available at Chicago airports?

    If you are flying through MDW with an infant, you will find lactation rooms in Concourse C. However, the airport does not have any kids' play areas. On the other hand, ORD features a family lounge in Terminal 2 equipped with a spacious playground. Moreover, ORD has nursing suites located in each terminal.

  • How early should I arrive at Chicago airports when flying to New Zealand?

    Passengers should arrive at the airport at least 3h before flight departure time. This is to ensure that you have ample time to go through security screening and arrive at your departure gate without rushing.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to New Zealand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to New Zealand?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to New Zealand is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to New Zealand with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost $1,778 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,778.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • When flying out from Chicago, it is possible that you will fly out through either Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) or Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Both airports serve major international flights in Chicago. MDW is the hub for Southwest and Frontier Airlines, while ORD serves as the hub of American and United Airlines.
  • Chicago airports feature exceptional parking lots for passengers who wish to leave their cars at the airport while flying out. If you wish to leave your car at the airport for less than 24h, you can utilize the short-term parking lots in terminal 5 at ORD, while at MDW, you can use the parking garages on levels 2 and 6. On the other hand, those who want to park long-term at ORD can use the Economy parking Lot F, while at MDW, the parking lots are located at the Economy Parking Lot in the Northwest parking lot.
  • From Chicago to New Zealand, it is possible that you will land at Auckland International Airport (AKL), Christchurch International Airport (CHC) or Wellington International Airport (WLG). However, AKL is the major airport serving many international flights in New Zealand.
  • If you feel hungry while at any of the New Zealand Airports, there are many restaurants and eateries within your reach that you can explore. At AKL, these restaurants are located both in the Domestic and International terminals. On the hand, at CHC and WLG, you will find these restaurants in the departure and arrivals halls.
  • When flying from Chicago to New Zealand on a limited budget, you should opt for airlines with multiple connecting services rather than the ones with one-stop options. However, this will generally add at least 8h to your overall travel time. Qantas, Fiji Airways, and Emirates are some of the airlines that frequently operate on this route and offer multiple connecting services. These flights usually have layovers at several airports, including DFW and AUS.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Chicago to New Zealand

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to New Zealand? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.1
Air CanadaOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.8Crew
7.3Boarding
6.8Entertainment
7.0Comfort
6.3Food
Airline reviews

I found the boarding easy and my seat was very comfortable as I had a lot of leg room. I am not too happy that I no longer have lounge access even though I used to get it with my TD credit card.

10.0 ExcellentAngela, Aug 2025JFK - YYZ
Read more Air Canada reviews

I found the boarding easy and my seat was very comfortable as I had a lot of leg room. I am not too happy that I no longer have lounge access even though I used to get it with my TD credit card.

Flight cancelled. Major disruption to our travel. Do not use Air Canada from KC. To few flights.

Real smooth and easy, Real good leg room in coach!

There labor disputes cancelled my flight less than 24 hours before my boarding time but there customer service/website was easy enough to navigate and they rebooked me for no upcharge.

Re luggage I carried a backpack only. I did not check any bags in. However there were other passengers with carry on luggage going in the plane. My question is why are others allowed to have a carry on luggage inside the plane? Shouldn’t they have dropped it off at the gate? I’m asking because I could have brought the same thing instead of a backpack only. Please clarify for future reference. Thank you.

Like the service. Very hard to communicate or contact when have problems

Very bad, flight was cancelled due to strike and staff was unable to rebook us

They rescheduled me and I had no issues with the new flight

Air Canada is my new fave airline..I plan to use when I can. No complaints at all just rave compliments for the staff and airline.

Strike pissed me n stranded in middle of no where

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

Cabin class types available on flights to New Zealand

Cabin classes available on flights to New Zealand. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.
First Class flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Business Class flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Prem Econ Class flights from Chicago to New Zealand
Economy class flights from Chicago to New Zealand

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights, car hires and package deals with KAYAK.