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Find cheap flights from Chicago to New Zealand from $1,411

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

Auckland
Auckland2 stops$2,013
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$2,088
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$2,411
Tauranga
Tauranga2 stops$2,458
Rotorua
Rotorua2 stops$2,867

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Low season

June

High season

March

Cheapest flight

$1,411
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower 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 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 17% cheaper 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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*Average of the lowest prices shown in KAYAK’s search results for departures within the next 30 days

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Recent return flight deals

3/7Wed
2 stops
35h 25mORD-AKL
14/7Sun
2 stops
39h 20mAKL-ORD
$2,013
25/5Sat
2 stops
24h 35mORD-AKL
1/6Sat
2 stops
32h 05mAKL-ORD
$2,021
19/8Mon
2 stopsQantas Airways
26h 35mORD-AKL
26/8Mon
2 stopsQantas Airways
25h 19mAKL-ORD
$2,093
3/7Wed
2 stopsDelta
25h 20mORD-AKL
21/7Sun
2 stopsDelta
22h 25mAKL-ORD
$2,098
1/7Mon
2 stopsDelta
25h 05mORD-AKL
10/7Wed
2 stopsDelta
27h 59mAKL-ORD
$2,120
7/9Sat
1 stopAir New Zealand
20h 20mORD-AKL
21/9Sat
1 stopAir New Zealand
20h 00mAKL-ORD
$2,162
8/8Thu
1 stopAir New Zealand
19h 40mORD-AKL
20/8Tue
1 stopAir New Zealand
18h 05mAKL-ORD
$2,164
16/5Thu
2 stopsQantas Airways
32h 05mORD-AKL
28/5Tue
2 stopsQantas Airways
26h 45mAKL-ORD
$2,235
29/8Thu
2 stopsUnited Airlines
26h 30mORD-AKL
5/9Thu
2 stopsUnited Airlines
25h 34mAKL-ORD
$2,364
8/8Thu
1 stopUnited Airlines
23h 40mORD-AKL
20/8Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
29h 32mAKL-ORD
$2,366

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Recent one-way flight deals

8/5Wed
2 stops
45h 03mORD-AKL
$1,411
8/5Wed
3 stops
35h 32mORD-AKL
$1,478
21/6Fri
2 stopsAir Tahiti Nui
25h 48mORD-AKL
$1,483
15/5Wed
2 stops
23h 13mORD-AKL
$1,543
3/5Fri
2 stopsAir Tahiti Nui
27h 55mORD-AKL
$1,547
24/6Mon
2 stopsQantas Airways
26h 35mORD-AKL
$1,986
3/10Thu
2 stopsFiji Airways
24h 50mORD-CHC
$2,029
23/6Sun
2 stopsQantas Airways
57h 22mORD-AKL
$2,055
24/6Mon
1 stopAir New Zealand
41h 56mORD-AKL
$2,058
10/6Mon
1 stopAir New Zealand
20h 37mORD-AKL
$2,088

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Last minute flights from Chicago to New Zealand

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

30/4Tue
multi-stop
35h 41mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stop
25h 14mAKL-ORD
$2,561
30/4Tue
multi-stop
35h 41mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stop
25h 14mAKL-ORD
$2,566
30/4Tue
multi-stop
35h 41mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stop
33h 04mAKL-ORD
$2,571
1/5Wed
multi-stopAir Canada
30h 20mORD-AKL
13/5Mon
multi-stopAir Canada
40h 13mAKL-ORD
$2,670
30/4Tue
multi-stopAir Tahiti Nui
35h 41mORD-AKL
2/5Thu
multi-stopAir Tahiti Nui
25h 19mAKL-ORD
$2,705
30/4Tue
multi-stopAir Canada
31h 10mORD-AKL
15/5Wed
multi-stopAir Canada
41h 49mAKL-ORD
$2,905
30/4Tue
multi-stopAir New Zealand
18h 40mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 23mAKL-ORD
$3,391
1/5Wed
multi-stopAir New Zealand
38h 53mORD-AKL
13/5Mon
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 23mAKL-ORD
$3,398
28/4Sun
multi-stopQantas Airways
27h 33mORD-AKL
30/4Tue
multi-stopQantas Airways
45h 49mAKL-ORD
$3,600
29/4Mon
multi-stopQantas Airways
26h 15mORD-AKL
1/5Wed
multi-stopQantas Airways
38h 05mAKL-ORD
$3,714

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Flights to New Zealand

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New Zealand - Chicago

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$3,116