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$454+ Cheap flights from New Zealand to Illinois

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/223:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/239:00 amORD - AKL
1 stop29h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,166
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:20 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 16mQantas Airways
Mon 1/129:02 amORD - AKL
1 stop29h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,211
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:55 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop24h 14mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/127:58 pmORD - AKL
1 stop42h 12mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/16$1,330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/222:35 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops23h 24mDelta
Mon 1/121:55 pmORD - AKL
2 stops23h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/172:35 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops23h 08mDelta
Thu 1/812:00 pmORD - AKL
2 stops25h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,339
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/172:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 41mAir Canada
Thu 1/88:45 amORD - AKL
2 stops55h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$1,342
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/173:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 02mQantas Airways
Thu 1/86:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/16$1,371
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop20h 01mQantas Airways
Thu 1/81:15 pmORD - AKL
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/16$1,377

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$864
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$454
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,253
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Illinois that are best for you.

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AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/12

1:20 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop18h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop32h 55m

$863

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/3

1:20 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop32h 55m

$863

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Thu 2/26

11:50 am-6:54 am

2 stops38h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

6:51 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$883

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/19

2:00 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

3:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

$928

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/1

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

10:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops30h 00m

$954

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/3

2:00 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops46h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

8:40 pm-11:00 am

2 stops43h 20m

$988

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 3/5

6:05 am-6:54 am

2 stops43h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

11:45 am-1:35 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,125

ChristchurchSt. Louis

CHC - STL

CHCSTL

Christchurch

Wed 2/11

6:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/15

6:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops49h 35m

$1,195

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 1/31

4:45 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

7:58 pm-8:40 am

2 stops41h 42m

$1,253

WellingtonSt. Louis

WLG - STL

WLGSTL

Wellington

Thu 2/5

6:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/9

3:37 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops28h 13m

$1,280

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois (average of $495). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,134). 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 IL?

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from New Zealand to Illinois have to say. 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Departing from New Zealand to Illinois will take you 18h 39m. The distance from New Zealand to Illinois is about 8186 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $392. Users have also found prices from $556 and $568 on United Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois (average of $495). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,134). 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 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Illinois. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,042Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,387Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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