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 6 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?

Alaska Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui 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 July 2026, there are 6 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.

$641 Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Zealand in 2026

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12:11 pm - 9:25 am

ORD

AKL

26h 14m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 8:00 pm

AKL

ORD

23h 10m

1 stop

$874Qantas Airways

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 22

3:20 pm - 2:05 pm

ORD

AKL

29h 45m

2 stops

1:25 pm - 11:30 pm

AKL

ORD

27h 05m

2 stops

$882Qantas Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24

4:59 pm - 9:25 am

ORD

AKL

21h 26m

2 stops

3:50 pm - 5:42 pm

AKL

ORD

20h 52m

2 stops

$895American Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 22

6:55 pm - 9:05 pm

ORD

ZQN

32h 10m

2 stops

7:00 am - 8:00 pm

ZQN

ORD

32h 00m

2 stops

$1,121American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 12

9:20 am - 12:20 am

ORD

CHC

46h 00m

3 stops

3:45 pm - 6:17 am

CHC

ORD

31h 32m

2 stops

$1,223Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

7:29 am - 3:25 pm

ORD

CHC

38h 56m

3 stops

6:00 am - 5:59 am

CHC

ORD

40h 59m

2 stops

$1,243Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26

3:51 pm - 10:35 am

ORD

CHC

23h 44m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 4:31 pm

CHC

ORD

23h 31m

2 stops

$1,356Air New Zealand

Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 21

9:00 am - 9:15 am

ORD

BHE

29h 15m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 8:22 pm

BHE

ORD

24h 52m

2 stops

$1,464Air New Zealand

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Dec 4

3:30 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

ZQN

31h 10m

2 stops

3:05 pm - 2:37 pm

ZQN

ORD

42h 32m

2 stops

$1,813Air Canada

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7

3:30 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

ZQN

31h 10m

2 stops

3:05 pm - 7:05 pm

ZQN

ORD

47h 00m

3 stops

$1,821Air Canada

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7

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Delta flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Delta

Dec 1

ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 05m

2 stops

AKL8:15 amAuckland Intl

Dec 18

AKL2:35 pmAuckland Intl

22h 57m

2 stops

ORD6:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$995

Delta

Dec 4

ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 20m

1 stop

AKL8:15 amAuckland Intl

Dec 18

AKL2:35 pmAuckland Intl

18h 12m

1 stop

ORD1:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,040

Delta

Dec 4

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 45m

1 stop

AKL8:15 amAuckland Intl

Dec 18

AKL2:35 pmAuckland Intl

24h 49m

2 stops

ORD8:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,045

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to New Zealand

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to New Zealand flight tickets

Qantas Airways

Dec 8

ORD12:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 14m

1 stop

AKL9:25 amAuckland Intl

Dec 22

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$874

Qantas Airways

Sep 10

ORD3:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 45m

2 stops

AKL2:05 pmAuckland Intl

Sep 24

AKL1:25 pmAuckland Intl

27h 05m

2 stops

ORD11:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$882

Qantas Airways

Dec 8

ORD1:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 39m

1 stop

AKL9:25 amAuckland Intl

Dec 22

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

21h 48m

1 stop

ORD6:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$888

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ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/8

12:11 pm-9:25 am

1 stop26h 14m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/22

3:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$874

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

3:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/24

1:25 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$882

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ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/8

4:59 pm-9:25 am

2 stops21h 26m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/22

3:50 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$895

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/26

6:55 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 11/12

7:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$1,121

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

9:20 am-12:20 am

3 stops46h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 9/8

3:45 pm-6:17 am

2 stops31h 32m

$1,223

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

7:29 am-3:25 pm

3 stops38h 56m

Christchurch

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-5:59 am

2 stops40h 59m

$1,243

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/13

3:51 pm-10:35 am

1 stop23h 44m

Christchurch

Thu 1/21

12:00 pm-4:31 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$1,356

ChicagoBlenheim

ORD - BHE

ORDBHE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

9:00 am-9:15 am

2 stops29h 15m

Blenheim

Fri 12/4

2:30 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$1,464

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

3:30 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 11/7

3:05 pm-2:37 pm

2 stops42h 32m

$1,813

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

3:30 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 11/7

3:05 pm-7:05 pm

3 stops47h 00m

$1,821

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,104, 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 February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,220.

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 $1,512 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 $1,016 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to New Zealand flight.

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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 July 2026, there are 6 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 $295	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,479 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $736	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,371 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,832 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $809	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,067 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,024 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,081	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 654 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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