Cheap flights from Christchurch to Chicago

Flights overview

Useful information for finding cheap flights from Christchurch to Chicago and booking your next trip
Cheapest one-way flight $729
American, Qantas 2 stops 38 hr Wed, May 13
The cheapest one-way flight from Christchurch to Chicago is currently $729
Fastest flight 20 hr 50 min The fastest flight with stops from Christchurch to Chicago takes 20 hr 50 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

Popular airlines from Christchurch to Chicago

  • Emirates
    Typical price: $2,200–3,050
    7 weekly connecting flights
    CHC - ORD Every day

Popular airports near Christchurch

  • Christchurch Airport (CHC)
    Christchurch New Zealand 22 min 6 mi
  • Richard Pearse-Timaru-Levels Airport (TIU)
    Timaru New Zealand 1 hr 59 min 88 mi
  • Hokitika Airport (HKK)
    Hokitika New Zealand 3 hr 23 min 100 mi

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 25 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Christchurch to Chicago

The cheapest one-way flight was with American, Qantas from $729.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
    The cheapest one-way flight starts at $729 and departs on Wed, May 13.
    20 hr 50 min is the shortest flight time from Christchurch to Chicago.
    Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
    It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Christchurch to Chicago.
    Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
    Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

    You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
    What counts as the best airline for your flights from Christchurch to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Christchurch to Chicago.

    In terms of flights, Emirates is the most popular. Emirates offers 7 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) .

    The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Christchurch and Chicago.
    The cheapest one-way flight was with American, Qantas from $729.

    Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
      No airline flies direct from Christchurch to Chicago.
      • There are 7 Emirates connecting flights from Christchurch to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
      Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
      The cheapest last-minute deal between Christchurch and Chicago at price $1,485 is offered by American, Qantas from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
      No airline flies direct from Christchurch to Chicago.
      • There are 7 Emirates connecting flights from Christchurch to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
      Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
      There are no direct flights from Christchurch to Chicago.
      It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Christchurch to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
      To book business class trips from Christchurch to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

      You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
      The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Christchurch and Chicago starts at $1,485 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with American, Qantas.
      The cheapest last-minute deal between Christchurch and Chicago at price $1,485 is offered by American, Qantas from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
      To find last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

      You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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