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

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 45% 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.

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 January 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.

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4:45 pm - 9:55 am

ORD

AKL

22h 10m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 2:53 pm

AKL

ORD

18h 03m

1 stop

$840Qantas Airways

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

3:35 pm - 11:00 am

ORD

AKL

24h 25m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 1:41 pm

AKL

ORD

19h 41m

1 stop

$845Air Canada

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 8

3:35 pm - 11:00 am

ORD

AKL

48h 25m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 2:41 pm

AKL

ORD

19h 41m

1 stop

$847Air Canada

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10

3:35 pm - 11:00 am

ORD

AKL

48h 25m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 2:41 pm

AKL

ORD

19h 41m

1 stop

$848Air Canada

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10

4:00 pm - 11:25 am

ORD

ZQN

24h 25m

2 stops

3:05 pm - 11:00 pm

ZQN

ORD

25h 55m

2 stops

$1,150Air New Zealand

Mon, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 14

12:55 pm - 8:10 am

ORD

WLG

24h 15m

2 stops

5:45 pm - 11:00 pm

WLG

ORD

23h 15m

2 stops

$1,150Air New Zealand

Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Mar 14

1:12 pm - 7:55 pm

ORD

ZQN

35h 43m

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8:50 pm - 2:41 pm

ZQN

ORD

35h 51m

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$1,219Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 16

6:20 pm - 12:05 am

ORD

WLG

34h 45m

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6:00 am - 2:55 pm

WLG

ORD

26h 55m

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$1,257United Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Sun, Mar 15

6:17 pm - 12:05 am

ORD

WLG

34h 48m

2 stops

5:15 pm - 8:23 pm

WLG

ORD

21h 08m

2 stops

$1,263United Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Wed, Mar 11

2:00 pm - 7:55 pm

ORD

ZQN

34h 55m

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8:50 pm - 7:45 pm

ZQN

ORD

40h 55m

3 stops

$1,334Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 16

Delta flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Delta

Feb 21

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 45m

2 stops

AKL8:35 amAuckland Intl

Mar 6

AKL2:35 pmAuckland Intl

23h 14m

2 stops

ORD6:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$868

Delta

Feb 15

ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 20m

2 stops

AKL8:35 amAuckland Intl

Mar 17

AKL1:35 pmAuckland Intl

25h 59m

2 stops

ORD9:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$869

Delta

Mar 20

ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

2 stops

AKL7:35 amAuckland Intl

Mar 26

AKL1:35 pmAuckland Intl

22h 30m

2 stops

ORD6:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$968

United Airlines flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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United Airlines

Feb 16

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 50m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Mar 6

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

26h 48m

1 stop

ORD11:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$875

United Airlines

Feb 16

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Mar 12

AKL2:50 pmAuckland Intl

28h 09m

1 stop

ORD12:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$964

United Airlines

Jan 30

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 10m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 8

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

ORD8:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,014

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Wed 2/25

4:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop22h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/4

3:50 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop18h 03m

$840

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

3:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/8

1:00 pm-1:41 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$845

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

3:35 pm-11:00 am

2 stops48h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

1:00 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$847

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

3:35 pm-11:00 am

2 stops48h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

1:00 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$848

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

4:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops24h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/14

3:05 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,150

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ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

12:55 pm-8:10 am

2 stops24h 15m

Wellington

Sat 3/14

5:45 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$1,150

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ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

1:12 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops35h 43m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/16

8:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops35h 51m

$1,219

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ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

6:20 pm-12:05 am

2 stops34h 45m

Wellington

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-2:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,257

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

6:17 pm-12:05 am

2 stops34h 48m

Wellington

Wed 3/11

5:15 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$1,263

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

2:00 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops34h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/16

8:50 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops40h 55m

$1,334

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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 $1,172, 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 $1,185.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,450. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Chicago to New Zealand on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,261. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,440 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 $1,117 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to New Zealand flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 15m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to New Zealand takes 20h 15m

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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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 January 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to New Zealand with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,666 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $696	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 980 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $712	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 222 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,199 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,062	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 577 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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