What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to New Zealand?

Fiji Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to New Zealand

What airlines fly to New Zealand?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Chicago according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

Prices for flights from Chicago to New Zealand are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to New Zealand?

As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to New Zealand.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to New Zealand?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:55 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

36h 50m

3 stops

7:00 am - 8:32 pm

AKL

ORD

54h 32m

3 stops

$1,161Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11

7:12 am - 3:05 pm

ORD

AKL

38h 53m

3 stops

8:20 am - 6:19 am

AKL

ORD

38h 59m

2 stops

$1,283Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

3:40 pm - 2:50 pm

ORD

AKL

30h 10m

2 stops

6:15 am - 7:53 pm

AKL

ORD

31h 38m

2 stops

$1,394Air Canada

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Oct 21

4:45 pm - 8:55 am

ORD

CHC

23h 10m

2 stops

6:10 am - 2:37 pm

CHC

ORD

26h 27m

2 stops

$1,567Air New Zealand

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Oct 7

5:57 pm - 2:20 pm

ORD

CHC

27h 23m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 9:46 pm

CHC

ORD

22h 46m

2 stops

$1,570Air New Zealand

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Oct 6

5:10 pm - 3:25 pm

ORD

CHC

29h 15m

2 stops

6:05 am - 5:15 pm

CHC

ORD

30h 10m

2 stops

$1,754Qantas Airways

Thu, Jul 2 - Wed, Nov 11

1:18 pm - 2:45 pm

ORD

WLG

32h 27m

2 stops

6:05 am - 6:11 pm

WLG

ORD

29h 06m

2 stops

$1,805Qantas Airways

Sat, May 16 - Sat, May 30

9:50 am - 2:15 pm

ORD

ZQN

35h 25m

3 stops

2:35 pm - 2:48 pm

ZQN

ORD

41h 13m

2 stops

$2,392Air Canada

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

7:20 pm - 1:40 pm

ORD

ZQN

49h 20m

2 stops

5:40 pm - 3:05 pm

ZQN

ORD

38h 25m

2 stops

$2,453Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

7:20 pm - 3:40 pm

ORD

ZQN

51h 20m

2 stops

5:40 pm - 3:05 pm

ZQN

ORD

38h 25m

2 stops

$2,454Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

Air Canada flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Air Canada

Oct 17

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 35m

2 stops

CHC11:15 pmChristchurch

Oct 27

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

33h 49m

3 stops

ORD9:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,962

Air Canada

Oct 18

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 00m

2 stops

CHC12:40 amChristchurch

Nov 7

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

32h 25m

3 stops

ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,968

Air Canada

Oct 18

ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 55m

2 stops

CHC12:40 amChristchurch

Nov 7

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

34h 49m

3 stops

ORD9:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,969

United Airlines flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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United Airlines

May 2

ORD12:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 55m

2 stops

CHC9:35 amChristchurch

May 6

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

27h 49m

2 stops

ORD4:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,595

United Airlines

May 5

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 50m

2 stops

WLG12:10 amWellington

May 9

WLG6:00 amWellington

31h 39m

2 stops

ORD8:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,605

United Airlines

May 5

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 40m

2 stops

WLG8:40 amWellington

May 9

WLG5:00 pmWellington

24h 45m

2 stops

ORD12:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,610

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Fri 5/8

6:55 am-12:45 pm

3 stops36h 50m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/11

7:00 am-8:32 pm

3 stops54h 32m

$1,161

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ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/10

7:12 am-3:05 pm

3 stops38h 53m

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/17

8:20 am-6:19 am

2 stops38h 59m

$1,283

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

3:40 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/21

6:15 am-7:53 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$1,394

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ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

4:45 pm-8:55 am

2 stops23h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 10/7

6:10 am-2:37 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$1,567

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

5:57 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Christchurch

Tue 10/6

5:00 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$1,570

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/2

5:10 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 11/11

6:05 am-5:15 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,754

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

1:18 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops32h 27m

Wellington

Sat 5/30

6:05 am-6:11 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$1,805

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

9:50 am-2:15 pm

3 stops35h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/14

2:35 pm-2:48 pm

2 stops41h 13m

$2,392

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

7:20 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops49h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/14

5:40 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$2,453

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

7:20 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops51h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/14

5:40 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$2,454

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to New Zealand

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from Chicago is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $142, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New Zealand during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $242.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around $1,438 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from Chicago for as low as $1,059 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to New Zealand flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to New Zealand flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 25m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to New Zealand takes 20h 25m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to New Zealand. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to New Zealand.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to New Zealand

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Chicago to New Zealand are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to New Zealand?
As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to New Zealand.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to New Zealand?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to New Zealand

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,463 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,974 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 240 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,671 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $849	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,028 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,672 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,061	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 638 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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