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 54% 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.

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

Air Canada and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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 June 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.

$639 Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Zealand in 2026

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9:33 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

34h 12m

3 stops

7:00 am - 6:19 am

AKL

ORD

40h 19m

2 stops

$844Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

7:15 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

36h 30m

3 stops

2:00 pm - 6:17 am

AKL

ORD

33h 17m

2 stops

$845Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11

3:00 pm - 2:05 pm

ORD

AKL

28h 05m

2 stops

8:20 am - 4:07 pm

AKL

ORD

26h 47m

2 stops

$886Qantas Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 3

11:00 pm - 9:10 am

ORD

AKL

39h 10m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 5:04 pm

AKL

ORD

20h 14m

1 stop

$887Air New Zealand

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 18

7:10 am - 8:15 am

ORD

AKL

30h 05m

2 stops

2:35 pm - 5:21 pm

AKL

ORD

21h 46m

1 stop

$890Delta

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 3

2:55 pm - 8:15 am

ORD

AKL

22h 20m

1 stop

2:35 pm - 6:32 pm

AKL

ORD

22h 57m

2 stops

$891Delta

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 3

9:00 am - 2:05 pm

ORD

AKL

36h 05m

2 stops

6:00 am - 5:35 am

AKL

ORD

40h 35m

2 stops

$914Qantas Airways

Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Aug 4

9:00 am - 12:30 am

ORD

AKL

46h 30m

2 stops

6:10 am - 3:59 pm

AKL

ORD

26h 49m

2 stops

$931Qantas Airways

Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 28

1:21 pm - 2:35 pm

ORD

ZQN

30h 14m

2 stops

7:00 am - 5:15 pm

ZQN

ORD

29h 15m

2 stops

$1,137American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 22

12:45 pm - 9:10 am

ORD

BHE

25h 25m

2 stops

5:25 pm - 11:02 pm

BHE

ORD

24h 37m

2 stops

$1,931Air New Zealand

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 3

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Air Canada flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Air Canada

Oct 18

ORD9:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

55h 47m

3 stops

CHC11:05 pmChristchurch

Nov 7

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

27h 31m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,864

Air Canada

Oct 18

ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 55m

2 stops

CHC12:40 amChristchurch

Nov 7

CHC6:10 amChristchurch

32h 25m

3 stops

ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,870

Air Canada

Jun 20

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 25m

2 stops

AKL3:05 pmAuckland Intl

Jul 6

AKL8:05 pmAuckland Intl

35h 31m

2 stops

ORD2:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,460

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Alaska Airlines

Jun 19

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 45m

3 stops

AKL2:05 pmAuckland Intl

Jul 6

AKL6:00 amAuckland Intl

41h 20m

3 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,286

Alaska Airlines

Jul 25

ORD2:19 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 56m

3 stops

ZQN9:15 pmQueenstown Intl

Aug 1

ZQN3:25 pmQueenstown Intl

31h 55m

3 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,309

Alaska Airlines

Jun 19

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 45m

3 stops

AKL2:05 pmAuckland Intl

Jul 6

AKL6:00 amAuckland Intl

40h 00m

3 stops

ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,324

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Tue 9/1

9:33 am-12:45 pm

3 stops34h 12m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/8

7:00 am-6:19 am

2 stops40h 19m

$844

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

7:15 am-12:45 pm

3 stops36h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/11

2:00 pm-6:17 am

2 stops33h 17m

$845

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

3:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

8:20 am-4:07 pm

2 stops26h 47m

$886

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/8

11:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop39h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/18

3:50 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$887

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

7:10 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

2:35 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop21h 46m

$890

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ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

2:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

2:35 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops22h 57m

$891

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

9:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/4

6:00 am-5:35 am

2 stops40h 35m

$914

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

9:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops46h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/28

6:10 am-3:59 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$931

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

1:21 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 14m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 11/22

7:00 am-5:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,137

ChicagoBlenheim

ORD - BHE

ORDBHE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

12:45 pm-9:10 am

2 stops25h 25m

Blenheim

Thu 12/3

5:25 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$1,931

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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 August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $240.

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 $1,498 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 $1,031 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to New Zealand flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 13m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to New Zealand takes 21h 13m

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 June 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 $318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,400 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 243 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $735	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,162 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $809	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,046 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,804 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,090	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 645 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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