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$533+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New Zealand

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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AKL
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$741
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$533
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,688
From Illinois to New Zealand
One-way flight from Illinois to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($119 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Illinois to New Zealand

Cheapest flights from Illinois to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/81:55 pmSTL - AKL
1 stop24h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 12/221:20 pmAKL - STL
1 stop21h 51mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/30$741
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 12/12:17 pmSTL - AKL
2 stops23h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/103:50 pmAKL - STL
2 stops21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$754
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 11/14:48 pmSTL - AKL
2 stops46h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/133:50 pmAKL - STL
1 stop19h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$790
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:30 amSTL - AKL
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Wed 12/102:35 pmAKL - STL
2 stops25h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/30$793
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 11/86:20 amORD - AKL
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/153:10 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$838
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 12/14:05 pmSTL - AKL
3 stops53h 45mAir Canada
Wed 12/102:00 pmAKL - STL
2 stops44h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$891
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/243:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Sun 12/72:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$938
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:05 pmSTL - AKL
3 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/137:00 amAKL - STL
3 stops51h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$943
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:20 amSTL - AKL
1 stop26h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/107:45 pmAKL - STL
1 stop21h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,005
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/43:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops38h 00mAir Canada
Mon 11/176:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$1,011
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 10/259:15 amSTL - CHC
3 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/46:10 amCHC - STL
3 stops52h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,063
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/166:13 pmSTL - CHC
2 stops28h 22mQantas Airways
Sun 12/78:30 pmCHC - STL
2 stops46h 42mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,074

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to New Zealand 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

New Zealand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/8

1:55 pm-9:10 am

1 stop24h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/22

1:20 pm-4:11 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$741

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/1

2:17 pm-9:10 am

2 stops23h 53m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/10

3:50 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$754

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/1

4:48 pm-9:10 am

2 stops46h 22m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/13

3:50 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$790

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

6:20 am-11:45 pm

2 stops47h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/9

3:10 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$853

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/19

12:10 pm-8:35 am

2 stops25h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/10

2:35 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$868

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/1

4:05 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops53h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/10

2:00 pm-3:29 pm

2 stops44h 29m

$891

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/1

4:05 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops54h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-3:29 pm

3 stops51h 29m

$943

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/19

8:20 am-5:55 am

1 stop26h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/10

7:45 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop21h 13m

$1,005

St. LouisChristchurch

STL - CHC

STLCHC

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 10/25

9:15 am-11:55 pm

3 stops44h 40m

Christchurch

Tue 11/4

6:10 am-3:29 pm

3 stops52h 19m

$1,063

St. LouisChristchurch

STL - CHC

STLCHC

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/16

6:13 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops28h 22m

Christchurch

Sun 12/7

8:30 pm-12:12 am

2 stops46h 42m

$1,074

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Illinois to New Zealand 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 IL to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to New Zealand as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Emirates, and Fiji Airways from Illinois to New Zealand 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $655 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $752 and United Airlines from $975 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Illinois to New Zealand 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 Illinois to New Zealand

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to New Zealand. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$425Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$465Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,175Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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