What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Queenstown Intl?

Qantas Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Queenstown Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport is 1 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Queenstown Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Queenstown Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:40 pm - 4:50 pm

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27h 10m2 stops

7:00 am - 2:57 pm

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ORD

26h 57m2 stops

$1,107American Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

2:35 pm - 11:25 am

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25h 50m2 stops

3:05 pm - 8:23 pm

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23h 18m2 stops

$1,119Air New Zealand

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9:05 pm - 9:50 am

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3:05 pm - 8:25 pm

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24h 20m2 stops

$1,128Air New Zealand

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

7:10 am - 8:35 am

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30h 25m2 stops

1:05 pm - 6:52 pm

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24h 47m2 stops

$1,159Air New Zealand

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

2:40 pm - 9:50 am

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24h 10m2 stops

3:05 pm - 8:25 pm

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ORD

24h 20m2 stops

$1,174Air New Zealand

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

3:35 pm - 7:55 pm

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33h 20m2 stops

8:50 pm - 7:45 pm

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40h 55m3 stops

$1,194Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 18

2:00 pm - 7:55 pm

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34h 55m3 stops

8:50 pm - 2:41 pm

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35h 51m2 stops

$1,195Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 18

1:12 pm - 7:55 pm

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8:50 pm - 7:45 pm

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40h 55m3 stops

$1,201Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 18

2:12 pm - 9:50 am

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24h 38m2 stops

4:05 pm - 6:14 am

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33h 09m3 stops

$1,202Air New Zealand

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

6:20 pm - 4:35 pm

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52h 15m2 stops

2:15 pm - 5:18 am

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ORD

33h 03m2 stops

$1,217Air New Zealand

Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 25

Air New Zealand flights from Chicago to Queenstown

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Air New Zealand

Mar 7

ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

ZQN11:25 amQueenstown Intl

Mar 18

ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl

23h 18m

2 stops

ORD8:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,119

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Air New Zealand

Jan 31

ORD9:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 45m

2 stops

ZQN9:50 amQueenstown Intl

Feb 7

ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl

24h 20m

2 stops

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,128

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Air New Zealand

Jan 19

ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 25m

2 stops

ZQN8:35 amQueenstown Intl

Jan 26

ZQN1:05 pmQueenstown Intl

24h 47m

2 stops

ORD6:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,159

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United Airlines flights from Chicago to Queenstown

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United Airlines

Jan 31

ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

52h 25m

2 stops

ZQN2:05 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 4

ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl

42h 48m

2 stops

ORD2:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,322

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United Airlines

Jan 31

ORD9:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 45m

2 stops

ZQN9:50 amQueenstown Intl

Feb 4

ZQN3:05 pmQueenstown Intl

27h 09m

2 stops

ORD11:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,451

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United Airlines

Feb 11

ORD2:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 18m

2 stops

ZQN1:30 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 15

ZQN12:10 pmQueenstown Intl

31h 48m

2 stops

ORD12:58 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,936

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

6:40 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 2/8

7:00 am-2:57 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$1,107

ChicagoQueenstown

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ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

2:35 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/18

3:05 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,119

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

9:05 pm-9:50 am

2 stops41h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 2/7

3:05 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$1,128

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ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:10 am-8:35 am

2 stops30h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

1:05 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops24h 47m

$1,159

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

2:40 pm-9:50 am

2 stops24h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 1/26

3:05 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$1,174

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

3:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/18

8:50 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops40h 55m

$1,194

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

2:00 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops34h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/18

8:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops35h 51m

$1,195

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

1:12 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops35h 43m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/18

8:50 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops40h 55m

$1,201

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

2:12 pm-9:50 am

2 stops24h 38m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 2/12

4:05 pm-6:14 am

3 stops33h 09m

$1,202

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

6:20 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops52h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/25

2:15 pm-5:18 am

2 stops33h 03m

$1,217

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Queenstown

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queenstown?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Queenstown is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for Queenstown on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $1,713. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $2,671. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Queenstown.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Queenstown flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Queenstown in the morning for as low as $1,862. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Queenstown, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,501 per ticket.

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Fastest flight time	22h 57m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Chicago to Queenstown takes 22h 57m

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

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How far is Chicago to Queenstown Intl by plane?
There are 8744.9 mi between Chicago and Queenstown Intl. 22h 57m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport is 1 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Queenstown Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Queenstown Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Queenstown Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Queenstown?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Queenstown, the leading airline is Qantas Airways, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Queenstown

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,048	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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