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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to New Zealand

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,787
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,817
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$1,921
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$1,906
Napier
Napier2 stops$3,447
Tauranga
Tauranga2 stops$2,647
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$2,807
Rotorua
Rotorua2 stops$2,706
Taupo
Taupo2 stops$2,589
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,787
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,817
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$1,921
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$1,906
Napier
Napier2 stops$3,447
Tauranga
Tauranga2 stops$2,647
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$2,807
Rotorua
Rotorua2 stops$2,706
Taupo
Taupo2 stops$2,589

Book Cheap O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl 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.
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Recent return flight deals from O'Hare Intl to New Zealand

Sat, 1 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
15:14 - 15:25ORD-CHC
30h 11m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
16:35 - 05:41CHC-ORD
32h 06m2 stops
$1,817Qantas Airways
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Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 13 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 23:55ORD-CHC
57h 15m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:45 - 14:41CHC-ORD
24h 56m2 stops
$1,862Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 11:00ORD-AKL
24h 20m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 14:41AKL-ORD
19h 41m1 stop
$1,874Air Canada
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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
Air Canada Logo
07:05 - 11:00ORD-AKL
32h 55m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 14:41AKL-ORD
19h 41m1 stop
$1,906Air Canada
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Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
16:45 - 13:35ORD-AKL
25h 50m2 stops
Fiji Airways Logo
08:00 - 21:07AKL-ORD
31h 07m2 stops
$1,937Fiji Airways
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
American Airlines Logo
15:00 - 14:05ORD-AKL
28h 05m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 19:42AKL-ORD
25h 22m1 stop
$2,023American Airlines
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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
10:35 - 09:50ORD-ZQN
28h 15m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
20:25 - 20:25ZQN-ORD
43h 00m2 stops
$2,384Air New Zealand
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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
14:21 - 09:20ORD-WLG
23h 59m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
17:15 - 19:46WLG-ORD
21h 31m2 stops
$2,384Air New Zealand
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Tue, 24 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
16:45 - 13:10ORD-CHC
25h 25m2 stops
Fiji Airways Logo
14:10 - 19:18CHC-ORD
24h 08m2 stops
$2,385Fiji Airways
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Sat, 29 Nov - Fri, 19 Dec
American Airlines Logo
15:13 - 14:35ORD-ZQN
28h 22m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:33ZQN-ORD
27h 33m2 stops
$2,879American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to New Zealand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to New Zealand is May, when tickets cost $2,401 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of return tickets is $3,391 and $2,917 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to New Zealand, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 47% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$973
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (22% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago to Auckland

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • Which airport in New Zealand is closest to Fiordland National Park?

    Queenstown Airport is the closest airport to the famous Fiordland National Park, but no direct flights from Chicago are available. You can take a flight from Chicago to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), then take a domestic flight from CHC to Queenstown Airport. This small airport is only a few miles from the park, and you can get there on either a bus or taxi. Alternatively, the bus is a cheaper mode of transit that you can also use to get to Fiordland National Park from CHC.

  • What can I do during a layover at Auckland Airport?

    Auckland Airport boasts many amenities for travelers to pass time at the airport during a layover. The domestic and international Terminals have several duty-free shopping outlets. There is also a lounge area where you can rest after your flight for a small entrance fee. You can relax at the lounge or explore delicacies at one of the many restaurants in the airport, which offer a variety of cuisines, from Asian to Mexican.

  • What are the public transportation options from Auckland Airport to the city center?

    All flights to AKL from ORD are single-stop flights with a layover at LAX, which take about 27 hours. Auckland city center is about 13 miles from the airport. The fastest and most convenient way of getting from the airport to the city center is via the airport bus services, SkyBus or Intercity. SkyBus operates 24/7 with two to three departures daily, while Intercity has three to four departures daily. Taxis are a faster but more costly alternative.

  • Which cities are served by airports in New Zealand?

    Two main New Zealand airports receive international flights, AKL and CHC. Auckland Airport is the busiest airport, receiving most of the international flights. It serves cities like Auckland, North Shore, Waitakere, and Waiuku. CHC is the secondary international airport in New Zealand, serving cities like Christchurch, Rolleston, Woodend, and Lincoln.

  • 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 $3,100 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 $3,100.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • All flights to New Zealand from Chicago are one- to two-stop flights with layovers in Los Angeles (LAX) and Auckland (AKL). Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines are the main providers for flights to New Zealand.
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) offers flights to New Zealand from Chicago. Of the four terminals, Terminal 5 services international flights to New Zealand.
  • Before your 27h flight to New Zealand, you can relax at the airline lounges available at every terminal in ORD. You’ll need a club membership or a day pass to access these lounges.
  • If you plan on driving yourself around New Zealand, you can rent a car at AKL. Rental car agencies like Avis, Europcar, Budget, and Thrifty are available at both the international and domestic terminals.
  • To enter New Zealand, you’ll need a visa or a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) if you're on the visa waiver program. You’ll also need a passport valid for three months after your departure date, with at least one blank page.

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