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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 to New Zealand from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers 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 to New Zealand with an airline and back to Chicago 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 to New Zealand from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.
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Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand
Morning departure is around 3% more expensive than an evening flight, on average*.
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.
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