$1,072 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Best New Zealand Flight Deals from Chicago

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,800
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$2,251
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,377
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$2,240
Tauranga
Tauranga2 stops$2,402
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$3,159
Rotorua
Rotorua2 stops$2,486
Taupo
Taupo2 stops$2,951

Cheap Flight Deals from Chicago to New Zealand (CHI-NZ0)

 
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.

Recent return flight deals from Chicago to New Zealand

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to New Zealand.
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Air Canada Logo
19:35 - 14:55ORD-AKL
26h 20m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:35 - 14:49AKL-ORD
25h 14m2 stops
$1,800Air Canada
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Tue, 17 Jun - Tue, 8 Jul
Air Canada Logo
15:35 - 15:10ORD-AKL
29h 35m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
05:25 - 16:38AKL-ORD
29h 13m2 stops
$1,803Air Canada
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Mon, 20 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
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18:20 - 12:40ORD-AKL
25h 20m2 stops
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15:10 - 21:02AKL-ORD
23h 52m2 stops
$1,904
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Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
United Airlines Logo
16:48 - 07:10ORD-AKL
21h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
13:50 - 00:59AKL-ORD
28h 09m1 stop
$2,016United Airlines
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Thu, 29 May - Thu, 12 Jun
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18:59 - 12:10ORD-AKL
24h 11m2 stops
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13:55 - 06:42AKL-ORD
33h 47m2 stops
$2,032
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Tue, 27 May - Tue, 3 Jun
United Airlines Logo
10:49 - 07:10ORD-AKL
27h 21m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
13:50 - 23:12AKL-ORD
26h 22m1 stop
$2,052United Airlines
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Thu, 4 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
Fiji Airways Logo
19:03 - 23:05ORD-AKL
35h 02m2 stops
Fiji Airways Logo
14:10 - 21:02AKL-ORD
23h 52m2 stops
$2,119Fiji Airways
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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
19:13 - 00:35ORD-AKL
36h 22m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 17:26AKL-ORD
28h 26m2 stops
$2,134Qantas Airways
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Tue, 27 May - Tue, 3 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
17:38 - 14:05ORD-AKL
27h 27m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:10 - 15:44AKL-ORD
26h 34m2 stops
$2,146Qantas Airways
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Mon, 2 Jun - Mon, 16 Jun
Fiji Airways Logo
19:03 - 12:40ORD-AKL
24h 37m2 stops
Fiji Airways Logo
15:10 - 21:24AKL-ORD
24h 14m2 stops
$2,359Fiji Airways
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Sat, 13 Sep - Fri, 3 Oct
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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 time of day to fly to New Zealand?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Chicago to New Zealand depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
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.

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 $2,122 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, when the average cost of return tickets is $2,943 and $2,936 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 the flight from Chicago to New Zealand, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$1,072
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago to Queenstown

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.

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.

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.
7.0
Air CanadaOverall score based on 9242 reviews
7.8Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.0Comfort
7.3Boarding
6.3Food
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All was good except for the seats, not very comfy.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025ORD - YVR
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All was good except for the seats, not very comfy.

2.5 hour delay sitting in the plane on the tarmac, you tell me how the experience was

I hope these comments will find their way to AC customer experience team. Me and my spouse 50 years of aged coming back from 7 days perfect vacation... While boarding in FLL flight AC1621, one of the boarding agents (tall aged african american) man literelly yeld at my wife during the picture talking process. MAM ! STEP !! BACK !!! We are not illegal immegrants beying deported, nor are we in the millitary. We are customers returning home. This was unacceptable. While boarding in YYZ flight AC1154, one of the boarding agents (tall aged caucasian) man criticied with several complesant remarks my passport condition saying that I could not travel intl with it due to stain, decoloration, and BLOOD. My passport does not have blood on it! Yes it might be in less than perfect condition, but their are ways to talk to customer that does not imply not allow a boarding agent to be angry fathery like, or a custom agent looking at a suspicious individual. Both experience were less than acceptable for might I remind you a paying CUSTOMER returning home.

Short flight so no food or entertainment. Good landing at SFO and on time. We were told no carryon luggage yet lots of people were puting bags in overhead compartments. The rules need to be made more clear. I was on the first leg of an international flight and this is the first time I could not have carryon luggage.

This flight didn't happen for me because of overbooking.

My flight was overbooked and they would not let me board. I had to book another flight and pay the full amount of that flight. I did not get any help at all from Air Canada or United Airlines.

Comfortable seats and movies entertainment available. Better experience than the flight from Toronto to Denver.

Poor air traffic controller staffing led to a 50%reduction on flights so we got to wait 4 hrs for our flight! Very disorganized at the gate Poor communication with customers

It was delayed by almost 90 minutes and that messed up our plans but it was beyond UA’s control that is what we heard

Terrible experience, flight was delayed both ways. Limited compensation for the 5+ hour delay. Will not be flying Air Canada Rouge, and don’t recommend you do either.

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