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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Chicago from $1,014

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHI
28 May — 4 Jun1
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 28 April 2026.

Tue 12/513:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
American Airlines
Thu 28/520:23
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop39h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,780
Wed 13/506:45
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops34h 14m
Qantas Airways
Fri 22/516:29
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop43h 26m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/4$1,804
Thu 21/515:45
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops45h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 25/518:02
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops28h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,939
Sat 2/506:00
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops47h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 6/518:56
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops36h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,946
Wed 13/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 33m
Qantas Airways
Wed 20/519:21
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops25h 44m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,076
Thu 11/615:15
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops21h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 25/620:50
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 20m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 24/4$2,203
Mon 11/514:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/520:46
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,315
Sun 10/507:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops40h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/520:46
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,332
Mon 11/514:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/520:46
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,335
Tue 12/513:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
Qantas Airways
Thu 28/518:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/4$2,339
Wed 10/608:20
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops32h 38m
Qantas Airways
Wed 17/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$2,346
Sun 10/515:35
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops32h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/520:46
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,349

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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,780

One-way from

$1,014

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,966
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/5-28/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 67h 06m total
  • New Zealand to Chicago
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15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($407 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 April 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

15:45-19:50

2 stops45h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

18:02-15:25

2 stops28h 23m

$1,939

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 23/5

10:05-10:20

2 stops41h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

07:00-11:15

2 stops35h 15m

$2,393

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 8/6

06:00-19:28

2 stops30h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 15/6

18:00-15:25

2 stops28h 25m

$2,425

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

15:45-17:43

2 stops42h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/6

08:05-14:25

2 stops37h 20m

$2,430

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

18:20-05:39

2 stops28h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

17:10-13:20

2 stops27h 10m

$2,445

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

08:20-17:44

2 stops26h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

19:21-14:05

2 stops25h 44m

$2,456

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Mon 8/6

06:05-18:05

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 15/6

15:50-13:35

2 stops28h 45m

$2,462

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 11/6

06:05-19:28

2 stops30h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/6

18:59-14:45

2 stops26h 46m

$2,493

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Sat 6/6

06:00-19:28

2 stops30h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/6

18:59-15:25

2 stops27h 26m

$2,496

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sun 7/6

19:10-23:58

3 stops45h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 14/6

08:05-13:35

2 stops36h 30m

$2,672

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Chicago?

The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $227). Flying from New Zealand to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,736). 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.

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 28 April 2026.
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
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
638 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,028 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,974 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from New Zealand to Chicago will take you 30h 28m. The distance between New Zealand and Chicago is about 13708 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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.

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    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 $227). Flying from New Zealand to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,736). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,396Average$2,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,398Average$2,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,601Average$2,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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