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$671+ 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AKL
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$789
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$671
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

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May

Average price

$1,516
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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 November 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/294:46 pmORD - AKL
1 stop21h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/133:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop24h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$789
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/33:05 pmORD - AKL
1 stop23h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/213:50 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops20h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$834
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:17 pmORD - AKL
1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways
Sun 12/211:20 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop26h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$836
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/23:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops38h 50mAir Canada
Mon 12/152:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 11/13$845
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Thu 12/116:17 pmORD - AKL
1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways
Thu 12/183:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop20h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/13$848
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 11/1411:46 amORD - AKL
1 stop26h 24mQantas Airways
Fri 11/211:20 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 08mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/13$850
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:17 pmORD - AKL
1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways
Wed 12/171:20 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop20h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$853
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:30 pmSTL - AKL
1 stop20h 40mQantas Airways
Mon 12/221:20 pmAKL - STL
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$858
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:17 pmORD - AKL
1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways
Wed 12/173:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop21h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$858
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/811:35 amSTL - AKL
1 stop26h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/221:20 pmAKL - STL
1 stop25h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$859
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:05 amSTL - AKL
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/103:50 pmAKL - STL
1 stop19h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$864
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 CheapOair 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 12/103:50 pmAKL - STL
1 stop19h 37mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/12$1,014

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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 November 13, 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

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New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/19

3:37 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 33m

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/30

3:50 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops22h 39m

$839

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

1:20 pm-9:10 am

1 stop24h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/17

1:20 pm-12:32 pm

1 stop18h 12m

$858

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/1

5:20 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 50m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/9

1:20 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$858

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops32h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/18

2:50 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$864

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/8

1:20 pm-9:55 am

2 stops25h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/22

1:20 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$864

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/8

6:00 pm-9:10 am

2 stops44h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/17

3:50 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$880

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/8

11:55 am-9:10 am

1 stop26h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/17

7:35 am-11:48 pm

2 stops35h 13m

$893

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/17

6:25 pm-9:10 am

1 stop19h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/14

3:50 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop17h 58m

$909

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/8

6:55 am-2:40 pm

2 stops36h 45m

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/22

1:20 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$910

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

2:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/14

3:50 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop18h 07m

$911

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand

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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 $428). Flying from Illinois to New Zealand in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,195). 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 November 13, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to New Zealand, 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 22% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to New Zealand?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $839, American Airlines can have you in New Zealand from Illinois in 22h 33m. Illinois and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 7970 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $737 on Air Tahiti Nui. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $907 and Delta from $1,134 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 $428). Flying from Illinois to New Zealand in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,195). 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 6 airlines flying from Illinois to New Zealand

Discover the top 6 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,270Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,295Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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