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$617+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Auckland (AKL)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AKL
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Auckland (AKL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,088
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$617
(CrystalTravel)

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September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,511
From Chicago (CHI) to Auckland Intl
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:25 amORD - AKL
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/297:55 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$1,088
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:30 amORD - AKL
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/163:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,108
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:30 pmORD - AKL
2 stops25h 10mFiji Airways
Sat 10/43:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops24h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/16$1,133
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/113:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops32h 20mAir Canada
Sun 11/236:15 amAKL - ORD
2 stops29h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 8/16$1,135
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/223:45 pmORD - AKL
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Wed 11/57:00 amAKL - ORD
2 stops28h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 8/17$1,139
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/203:45 pmORD - AKL
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/27:55 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,154
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop24h 20mAir Canada
Sun 12/147:55 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop28h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 8/18$1,155
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:03 pmORD - AKL
2 stops24h 37mFiji Airways
Sat 11/153:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops23h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/17$1,160

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Auckland that are best for you.

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ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

5:25 am-1:40 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/29

7:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,088

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

6:30 am-11:45 pm

2 stops46h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/23

8:10 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$1,108

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

6:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/16

3:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop28h 09m

$1,108

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

6:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/4

3:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,133

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

3:40 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/23

6:15 am-4:44 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$1,135

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

3:45 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-4:44 pm

2 stops28h 44m

$1,139

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

7:41 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops25h 29m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-3:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$1,139

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

1:10 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/23

6:15 am-4:44 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$1,139

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/16

6:15 am-2:41 pm

2 stops27h 26m

$1,139

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

7:01 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$617

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Auckland

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Auckland

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Chicago to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 CHI to AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Auckland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Auckland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Auckland?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Auckland?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Auckland chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

San Francisco (SFO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Auckland on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Auckland?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

San Francisco (SFO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,527.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Auckland?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Auckland, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 20h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Auckland?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 30m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Auckland, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,992 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Auckland from Chicago?

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Auckland. You should not have trouble finding flights to Auckland Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Auckland airport from Chicago. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Auckland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Auckland?

    Departing from Chicago to Auckland will take you 25h 10m. There are 8186 mi between Chicago and Auckland. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Auckland round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Auckland round-trip from $425. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Fiji Airways, from $712, and Air Canada, from $721. Users have found that Delta is 73% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Auckland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Auckland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Auckland 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 Chicago to Auckland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Chicago to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Auckland

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Auckland. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$425Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$721Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$967Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,193Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,224Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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