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$814 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Queenstown

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Queenstown

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Queenstown that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Queenstown

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Queenstown.
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1:55 pm - 9:50 amORD-ZQN
26h 55m2 stops
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3:05 pm - 9:18 pmZQN-ORD
23h 13m2 stops
$1,335Air New Zealand
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Mon, Jul 21 - Mon, Aug 4
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9:30 am - 9:15 pmORD-ZQN
42h 45m2 stops
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2:15 pm - 11:59 pmZQN-ORD
26h 44m2 stops
$1,361Air New Zealand
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Tue, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 31
Air New Zealand Logo
3:35 pm - 11:25 amORD-ZQN
26h 50m2 stops
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2:15 pm - 9:33 pmZQN-ORD
24h 18m2 stops
$1,377Air New Zealand
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Sat, Jul 26 - Thu, Aug 7
United Airlines Logo
9:09 pm - 11:25 amORD-ZQN
45h 16m2 stops
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3:05 pm - 9:08 pmZQN-ORD
47h 03m2 stops
$1,448United Airlines
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Wed, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 11
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9:10 am - 4:10 pmORD-ZQN
38h 00m2 stops
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9:45 am - 11:57 amZQN-ORD
43h 12m2 stops
$1,656
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Sat, Jun 14 - Sat, Jun 21
Qantas Airways Logo
8:00 pm - 2:20 pmORD-ZQN
49h 20m2 stops
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3:25 pm - 11:59 pmZQN-ORD
25h 34m2 stops
$1,910Qantas Airways
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Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 31
United Airlines Logo
9:09 pm - 11:25 amORD-ZQN
45h 16m2 stops
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3:05 pm - 12:59 amZQN-ORD
50h 54m2 stops
$1,915United Airlines
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Fri, Jun 13 - Fri, Jun 20
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7:56 am - 11:25 amORD-ZQN
34h 29m2 stops
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10:50 am - 12:38 pmZQN-ORD
42h 48m3 stops
$1,929
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Thu, Jun 12 - Thu, Jun 19
Qantas Airways Logo
5:36 pm - 2:30 pmORD-ZQN
27h 54m2 stops
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9:20 am - 11:35 pmZQN-ORD
31h 15m3 stops
$1,957Qantas Airways
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Thu, Jun 12 - Thu, Jun 19
Air Canada Logo
3:35 pm - 2:35 pmORD-ZQN
30h 00m2 stops
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2:25 pm - 10:05 pmZQN-ORD
48h 40m3 stops
$2,529Air Canada
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Mon, Jul 21 - Mon, Aug 4
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Queenstown flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Queenstown to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Chicago to Queenstown were found on Air New Zealand ($1,335) and United Airlines ($1,448).

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Cheapest flight$814
Flight from Chicago to Queenstown

When to book flights from Chicago to Queenstown

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Queenstown based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago to Queenstown flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Queenstown?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Queenstown was $814 for a one-way ticket and $1,335 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Queenstown?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Queenstown?

    When flying out of Chicago you will be using Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Queenstown, also known as Queenstown Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Queenstown?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Queenstown, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Queenstown, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Queenstown are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $2,211 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,327 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Queenstown.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Queenstown?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Queenstown from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Queenstown?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Queenstown with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and ZQN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Queenstown?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Queenstown from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top 3 airlines serving from Chicago to Queenstown

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Queenstown. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 472 reviews
7.4Entertainment
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
7.3Food
8.0Comfort
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I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

10.0 ExcellentJohn, Apr 2025AKL - YVR
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I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

Loved the staff. The economy seats could have been bigger.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

Complaint is with American Airlines which delayed our flight from salt lake to Dallas reaulting in us missing our connection to Brisbane. Had to spend 24 hours in Dallas to wait for the next flight. Awful experience and ruined my wife’s birthday.

The food was terrible. And the flight attendants were very rude. One flight attendant wouldn’t help a passenger lift their carry-on. Another flight attendant wouldn’t give a man an extra blanket. And they walked by not even looking at the passengers to see if they needed a glass of water.

I have flown Qantas multiple times in the past it seemed this flight the plane had less seat room or the seats were way less comfortable than before. Everything else was about the same. Thanks

I disliked the fact that they forced people to put up their seats during meal service

Headphone jacks worked poorly, seat recline was broken. Planes were rundown.

Delayed and missed connection, was not re-booked like other travelers so ended up being stuck for several hours due to no one handling my booking.

American Airlines was their usual junk service — but at least it got us down to LA. I was more irritated that while they codeshare with Alaska Airlines in Seattle, they could not out our flight on one of these, opting for one of the small SkyWest operated American Eagle flights — and causing a 14 hour layover. Which I accepted due to a $2000 difference in airfare — that said it was irritating for a flight that usually would have cost around $100 extra, if that.

same as previous comments. i hate being on a plane that long. no problems w/anything else.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Boarding was a little difficult. The gate area at O'Hare was very small and crowded due to multiple gates in the area. Could not hear the intercom, so had to rely on signage to see when my group was boarding and the signage was blocked by passengers standing in the gate. Flight was great and we arrived in Montreal on time.

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

I do prefer to fly United and have always had excellent service, except for bad weather. Flights are on time and staff is alway curtious and helpful

They switched out gate from terminal 1 to terminal two ten minutes before boarding. So we had to make a 20 min crazy fast walk to a different terminal. Then we boarded the plane and waited for over 40 minutes until push back. Brutal

My flight was scheduled for about 6:05 departure. There were 11 gate changes from 4-7pm and the flight was 3 hours delayed due to operational issues. The plane taxied around the airport for about half an hour before stopping to be de-iced. It would have been nice if we were alerted of the plan to de-ice prior to the 30 minute drive around the airport. The flight attendant was friendly, which was the only redeeming thing about this flight. As a former flight attendant for United, I was extremely disappointed.

Delays took 2hours and thirty minutes making me miss my connecting flight and make me sit in the Chicago airport for 9 hours

Had a short delay once we boarded the aircraft in Chicago, but it was fixed in no time flat then we were on our way. The pilot was able to make up the time lost and we landed 5 minute later then schedualed . Great service

Our seats were all the way in back of the plane,

The seats on this flight were almost roomy enough to be the basic amount needed for human existence. I think my favorite part of this flight was it landed at an A gate, which was the most palatial part of Sea-Tac I've ever seen - a massive improvement from the S gates.

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