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 46% 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?

Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand 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 December 2025, 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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6:40 pm - 9:55 am

ORD

AKL

20h 15m1 stop

3:50 pm - 2:57 pm

AKL

ORD

18h 07m1 stop

$836Qantas Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 31

3:10 pm - 9:55 am

ORD

AKL

23h 45m1 stop

1:20 pm - 5:09 pm

AKL

ORD

22h 49m1 stop

$852Qantas Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29

9:02 am - 9:55 am

ORD

AKL

29h 53m1 stop

1:20 pm - 3:37 pm

AKL

ORD

21h 17m1 stop

$854Qantas Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

2:35 pm - 9:10 am

ORD

AKL

23h 35m1 stop

3:50 pm - 8:15 pm

AKL

ORD

23h 25m1 stop

$861United Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Mar 6

12:52 pm - 8:10 am

ORD

AKL

25h 18m1 stop

2:50 pm - 7:07 am

AKL

ORD

34h 17m1 stop

$872United Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Mar 28

12:55 pm - 9:50 am

ORD

ZQN

25h 55m2 stops

3:05 pm - 11:00 pm

ZQN

ORD

25h 55m2 stops

$1,118Air New Zealand

Mon, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 14

12:55 pm - 10:25 am

ORD

CHC

26h 30m2 stops

7:15 pm - 6:14 am

CHC

ORD

29h 59m2 stops

$1,118Air New Zealand

Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 24

6:55 pm - 4:50 pm

ORD

ZQN

26h 55m2 stops

10:45 am - 9:23 pm

ZQN

ORD

29h 38m2 stops

$1,351American Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 30

2:00 pm - 12:05 am

ORD

WLG

39h 05m3 stops

6:00 am - 2:41 pm

WLG

ORD

27h 41m2 stops

$1,515Air Canada

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

2:00 pm - 12:05 am

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WLG

39h 05m3 stops

6:00 am - 5:48 pm

WLG

ORD

30h 48m3 stops

$1,672Air Canada

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Qantas Airways

Jan 21

ORD6:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

AKL9:55 amAuckland Intl

Jan 31

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

18h 07m

1 stop

ORD2:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$836

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Qantas Airways

Jan 19

ORD6:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

AKL9:55 amAuckland Intl

Jan 26

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

19h 59m

1 stop

ORD4:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$852

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Qantas Airways

Jan 21

ORD9:02 amChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 53m

1 stop

AKL9:55 amAuckland Intl

Jan 28

AKL1:20 pmAuckland Intl

21h 17m

1 stop

ORD3:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$854

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Delta flights from Chicago to New Zealand

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Delta

Jan 21

ORD1:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 37m

2 stops

AKL8:35 amAuckland Intl

Jan 31

AKL2:35 pmAuckland Intl

23h 46m

2 stops

ORD7:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$865

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Delta

Mar 20

ORD1:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 17m

2 stops

AKL7:35 amAuckland Intl

Mar 26

AKL1:35 pmAuckland Intl

22h 31m

2 stops

ORD6:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$964

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Delta

Mar 29

ORD8:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

65h 20m

2 stops

AKL7:50 amAuckland Intl

Apr 6

AKL1:00 pmAuckland Intl

49h 10m

2 stops

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$989

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Wed 1/21

6:40 pm-9:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/31

3:50 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop18h 07m

$836

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

3:10 pm-9:55 am

1 stop23h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/29

1:20 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop22h 49m

$852

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

9:02 am-9:55 am

1 stop29h 53m

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/28

1:20 pm-3:37 pm

1 stop21h 17m

$854

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

2:35 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 35m

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/6

3:50 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$861

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

12:52 pm-8:10 am

1 stop25h 18m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/28

2:50 pm-7:07 am

1 stop34h 17m

$872

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

12:55 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/14

3:05 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,118

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

12:55 pm-10:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Christchurch

Tue 2/24

7:15 pm-6:14 am

2 stops29h 59m

$1,118

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

6:55 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 1/30

10:45 am-9:23 pm

2 stops29h 38m

$1,351

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

2:00 pm-12:05 am

3 stops39h 05m

Wellington

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$1,515

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

2:00 pm-12:05 am

3 stops39h 05m

Wellington

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-5:48 pm

3 stops30h 48m

$1,672

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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 $1,185, 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 February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,259.

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.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago to New Zealand in the morning for as low as $1,359. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $1,577. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 $1,468 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 $1,121 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	19h 27m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to New Zealand takes 19h 27m

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 December 2025, 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
Air Canada	PriceFrom $663	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,551 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $712	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 211 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $849	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 949 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,105 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,063	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 556 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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