Cheap flights from New Zealand to Illinois from $641

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
16 Feb — 23 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 17 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,209

One-way from

$641

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,882
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 32m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 17/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($190 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 17 January 2026.

Tue 3/213:20
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 24/207:00
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop31h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,209
Thu 12/206:05
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops42h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 16/222:15
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops47h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,234
Thu 12/206:05
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops44h 20m
American Airlines
Mon 16/216:49
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops25h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,270
Tue 3/206:15
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops29h 27m
Air Canada
Tue 24/218:00
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/1$1,274
Sun 1/314:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops46h 48m
Air Canada
Sun 8/315:35
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop24h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/1$1,312
Mon 2/314:00
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop19h 41m
Air Canada
Mon 9/320:40
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops67h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/1$1,331
Tue 3/314:00
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop19h 41m
Air Canada
Tue 10/315:35
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops33h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/1$1,378
Sun 1/310:45
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops22h 56m
Air Canada
Sun 8/315:35
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops38h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/1$1,503
Fri 6/216:45
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops21h 07m
Air New Zealand
Mon 16/214:33
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops25h 47m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$1,847
Wed 18/206:00
WLG
-
STL
2 stops29h 44m
United Airlines
Sun 22/217:25
STL
-
WLG
2 stops44h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,870
Sun 1/318:10
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops39h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/315:35
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,911
Fri 6/221:05
WLG
-
ORD
3 stops36h 52m
Qantas Airways
Mon 16/216:45
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops36h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/1$2,302

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Customise 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

13:20-17:57

2 stops23h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

07:00-09:55

1 stop31h 55m

$1,209

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

13:20-11:55

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

07:00-09:55

1 stop31h 55m

$1,209

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 12/2

06:05-05:55

2 stops42h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

22:15-17:05

2 stops47h 50m

$1,234

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Thu 12/2

06:05-07:25

2 stops44h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

16:49-13:15

2 stops25h 26m

$1,270

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

06:15-16:42

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

18:00-11:00

2 stops46h 00m

$1,274

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/3

14:00-17:48

2 stops46h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

15:35-10:00

1 stop24h 25m

$1,312

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

14:00-14:41

1 stop19h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

20:40-10:00

2 stops67h 20m

$1,331

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

14:00-14:41

1 stop19h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

15:35-19:00

2 stops33h 25m

$1,378

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sun 1/3

10:45-14:41

2 stops22h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

15:35-00:05

2 stops38h 30m

$1,503

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Fri 6/2

16:45-18:52

2 stops21h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

14:33-11:20

2 stops25h 47m

$1,847

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/1

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois

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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 $860). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,970). 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.

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 17 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas 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.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

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?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Illinois can take about 22h 56m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,503. Airlines will cover a distance of 13427 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with 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 $694. Users have also found prices from $874 and $896 on Air New Zealand 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 holiday 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 $860). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,970). 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 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Illinois

Discover the top 4 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,389Average$2,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,433Average$2,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,450Average$1,797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,643Average$2,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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