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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Chicago from $778

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHI
12 Jan — 19 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Chicago

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 December 2025.

Thu 18/1214:35AKL - ORD
2 stops23h 10mDelta
Tue 20/111:15ORD - AKL
2 stops26h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/12$2,233
Mon 22/1214:00AKL - ORD
2 stops46h 03mAir Canada
Mon 12/115:35ORD - AKL
1 stop24h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 13/12$2,267
Sun 14/1213:20AKL - ORD
1 stop27h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 22/1216:34ORD - AKL
1 stop22h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,298
Thu 18/1215:50AKL - ORD
1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 20/113:00ORD - AKL
1 stop22h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/12$2,305
Mon 22/1214:35AKL - ORD
2 stops22h 25mDelta
Mon 12/111:05ORD - AKL
2 stops26h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/12$2,314
Mon 22/1215:50AKL - ORD
1 stop24h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/110:41ORD - AKL
1 stop23h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,319
Mon 22/1215:50AKL - ORD
1 stop20h 46mQantas Airways
Mon 12/117:10ORD - AKL
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/12$2,353
Sun 14/1207:35AKL - ORD
2 stops28h 39mQantas Airways
Mon 22/1216:34ORD - AKL
1 stop22h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$2,384

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated 13 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,487

One-way from

$778

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,157
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 3/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 56m total
  • New Zealand to Chicago
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 32m total
  • New Zealand to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($139 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 13 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Chicago that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Chicago

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

13:20-12:59

1 stop18h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

07:00-09:55

1 stop31h 55m

$1,487

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

13:20-16:45

2 stops22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

07:00-09:55

1 stop31h 55m

$1,487

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

09:50-06:54

2 stops40h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

15:15-13:15

2 stops27h 00m

$1,527

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

14:00-17:08

2 stops22h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

13:05-16:50

2 stops32h 45m

$1,567

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

17:05-22:42

2 stops22h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

18:25-10:25

2 stops23h 00m

$1,926

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sun 25/1

06:00-14:41

2 stops27h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/2

15:35-15:20

2 stops28h 45m

$1,928

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Mon 26/1

16:45-18:52

2 stops21h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

15:53-11:20

2 stops24h 27m

$1,933

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 5/3

06:05-06:54

2 stops43h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

14:55-13:35

2 stops28h 40m

$1,937

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Tue 27/1

16:45-18:52

2 stops21h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/2

14:40-09:20

2 stops23h 40m

$2,026

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Mon 26/1

21:05-16:49

3 stops38h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

18:40-23:50

2 stops34h 10m

$2,262

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Chicago?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chicago (average of $852). Flying from New Zealand to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,952). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Zealand to Chicago in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 13 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,520 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
210 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chicago?

    Departing from New Zealand to Chicago will take you 18h 39m. The distance between New Zealand and Chicago is about 13174 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to Chicago are Air Canada ($799), Air New Zealand ($866), and Qantas Airways ($887).

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from New Zealand to Chicago, consider Auckland Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Christchurch - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Wellington - Chicago O'Hare Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Chicago?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chicago (average of $852). Flying from New Zealand to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,952). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 13 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,420Average$2,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,421Average$2,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,437Average$1,781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,627Average$2,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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