$923 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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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
Auckland1 stop$1,447
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,689
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$1,622
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$1,917
Auckland
Auckland1 stop$1,447
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,689
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$1,622
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$1,917

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, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
18:40 - 09:55
ORD
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AKL
20h 15m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 14:57
AKL
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ORD
18h 07m1 stop
$1,447Qantas Airways
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
18:40 - 09:55
ORD
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AKL
20h 15m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 14:57
AKL
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ORD
18h 07m1 stop
$1,461Qantas Airways
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 13 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
15:10 - 09:55
ORD
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AKL
23h 45m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 16:38
AKL
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ORD
19h 48m1 stop
$1,463Qantas Airways
Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
American Airlines Logo
17:25 - 09:55
ORD
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AKL
21h 30m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:41
AKL
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ORD
20h 51m1 stop
$1,465American Airlines
Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
18:40 - 09:55
ORD
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AKL
20h 15m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:41
AKL
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ORD
20h 51m1 stop
$1,466Qantas Airways
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
United Airlines Logo
14:35 - 09:10
ORD
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AKL
23h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:50 - 20:15
AKL
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ORD
23h 25m1 stop
$1,478United Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
American Airlines Logo
17:25 - 09:55
ORD
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AKL
21h 30m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 14:57
AKL
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ORD
20h 37m2 stops
$1,483American Airlines
Wed, 21 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
Delta Logo
08:50 - 08:35
ORD
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AKL
28h 45m2 stops
Delta Logo
14:35 - 18:49
AKL
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ORD
23h 14m2 stops
$1,485Delta
Mon, 16 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 00:05
ORD
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WLG
37h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:41
WLG
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ORD
27h 41m2 stops
$1,622Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 00:05
ORD
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WLG
37h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 08:00
WLG
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ORD
44h 55m3 stops
$1,655Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

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 $2,036 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of return tickets is $2,867 and $2,802 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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$923
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (26% 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 $3,049 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 $3,049.

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.

Everything you need to know for your flight from O'Hare Intl to New Zealand

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