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$469+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,116
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$469
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,329
From New Zealand to Illinois
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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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/253:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop37h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:06 pmORD - AKL
1 stop22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,116
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:25 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop42h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/22:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop27h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,122
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:25 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/22:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,164
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/207:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/52:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,172
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/223:55 pmWLG - ORD
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/294:00 pmORD - WLG
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,172
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 7/276:05 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 49mAir Canada
Sun 8/33:35 pmORD - CHC
2 stops40h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,178
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:45 amWLG - ORD
2 stops22h 54mAir Canada
Tue 12/303:40 pmORD - WLG
2 stops37h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,245
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:00 amAKL - ORD
2 stops26h 51mQantas Airways
Tue 9/305:46 pmORD - AKL
2 stops26h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,246
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 10/207:00 amAKL - ORD
3 stops30h 29mAir Canada
Sun 11/22:00 pmORD - AKL
3 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,250
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/186:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops30h 17mQantas Airways
Mon 8/256:20 pmORD - CHC
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,251
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/276:05 amWLG - ORD
2 stops25h 12mQantas Airways
Sun 8/33:21 pmORD - WLG
2 stops30h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,300
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/268:15 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop32h 37mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/27:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop40h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,428

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Illinois 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Illinois that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/25

3:50 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop37h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

5:06 pm-9:25 am

1 stop22h 19m

$1,116

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/20

2:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop42h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

2:40 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$1,122

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/20

2:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop42h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

2:40 pm-12:45 am

2 stops39h 05m

$1,164

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 10/20

7:10 am-2:25 pm

2 stops49h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

2:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops38h 25m

$1,172

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Tue 7/22

3:55 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

4:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,172

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Sun 7/27

6:05 am-2:54 pm

2 stops25h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

3:35 pm-12:45 am

2 stops40h 10m

$1,178

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Fri 12/5

10:45 am-2:39 pm

2 stops22h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/30

3:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops37h 25m

$1,245

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-3:51 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

5:46 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,246

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/20

7:00 am-7:29 pm

3 stops30h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

2:00 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops31h 50m

$1,250

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-7:17 pm

2 stops30h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

6:20 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,251

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Fiji Airways and Emirates from New Zealand to Illinois have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $569. Users have also found prices from $639 and $658 on Qantas Airways and American Airlines, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$456Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$867Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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