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$463+ 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$873
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$463
(Air Canada)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,398
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 July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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
2 stops30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/252:57 pmORD - AKL
1 stop24h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$873
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/256:35 amAKL - ORD
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/258:51 amORD - AKL
2 stops37h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$931
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/256:35 amAKL - ORD
2 stops27h 07mAir Canada
Sat 10/2512:00 pmORD - AKL
3 stops34h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$938
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 8/164:45 pmWLG - ORD
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/237:05 amORD - WLG
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,032
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:15 amCHC - ORD
3 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/227:09 pmORD - CHC
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,130
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/141:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop32h 49mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/217:19 amORD - AKL
1 stop30h 51mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:40 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/258:05 pmORD - AKL
1 stop40h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/186:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/253:35 pmORD - CHC
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:00 amWLG - STL
2 stops30h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/256:15 amSTL - WLG
2 stops46h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 11/217:40 amWLG - STL
2 stops29h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/257:15 amSTL - WLG
2 stops38h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,279
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/176:00 amCHC - ORD
2 stops28h 18mQantas Airways
Sun 8/247:04 pmORD - CHC
2 stops27h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:00 pmCHC - STL
2 stops22h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:45 amSTL - CHC
2 stops32h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,462

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 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

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/25

3:50 pm-5:30 am

2 stops30h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

2:57 pm-9:25 am

1 stop24h 28m

$873

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/25

6:35 am-3:00 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

8:51 am-4:50 pm

2 stops37h 59m

$931

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/25

6:35 am-4:42 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

12:00 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops34h 50m

$938

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 8/16

4:45 pm-5:40 am

2 stops29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

7:05 am-8:40 am

2 stops32h 35m

$1,032

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Fri 8/15

6:15 am-5:40 am

3 stops40h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

7:09 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops23h 56m

$1,130

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/14

1:50 pm-5:39 am

1 stop32h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

7:19 am-7:10 am

1 stop30h 51m

$1,193

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/25

7:40 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop19h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

8:05 pm-6:05 am

1 stop40h 00m

$1,215

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 8/18

6:10 am-5:02 pm

2 stops27h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

3:35 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 50m

$1,224

WellingtonSt. Louis

WLG - STL

WLGSTL

Wellington

Fri 11/21

6:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops30h 03m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/25

6:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops46h 50m

$1,245

WellingtonSt. Louis

WLG - STL

WLGSTL

Wellington

Fri 11/21

7:40 am-6:17 pm

2 stops29h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/25

7:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$1,279

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, and Air New Zealand 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

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
1,215 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

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
1,320 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

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
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

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 $463. Users have also found prices from $615 and $646 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, 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$456Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$867Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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