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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Illinois from $876

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals 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 13 May 2026.

Wed 11/1106:05
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops43h 38m
American Airlines
Sun 15/1116:45
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops25h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,251
Mon 7/913:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
Qantas Airways
Sun 20/917:43
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops27h 22m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,767
Sat 22/813:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
Qantas Airways
Wed 21/1008:35
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,793
Tue 2/607:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops28h 40m
Air New Zealand
Tue 16/618:20
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop19h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$1,842
Thu 21/513:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops43h 27m
American Airlines
Mon 25/508:50
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops36h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,847
Tue 2/613:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
Qantas Airways
Tue 16/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,849
Thu 11/609:55
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops28h 09m
Air New Zealand
Wed 17/614:30
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops40h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/5$1,866
Tue 2/606:10
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
Qantas Airways
Thu 18/617:10
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops27h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,881
Wed 10/618:20
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops36h 58m
Qantas Airways
Sat 13/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops34h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,937
Mon 1/613:25
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 34m
Qantas Airways
Mon 8/617:10
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops27h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,952
Wed 11/1106:20
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops29h 32m
Qantas Airways
Sun 15/1109:07
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops34h 48m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,957
Wed 10/619:50
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop29h 07m
Air New Zealand
Sat 13/621:48
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop39h 12m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$1,960

Find 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 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,765

One-way from

$876

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,706
1/6-17/6
  • 1/6-17/6
  • 6 total stops
  • 96h 56m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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31/10
  • 31/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 12m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($362 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 13 May 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

13:25-23:59

2 stops27h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

18:59-14:05

2 stops26h 06m

$1,849

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 11/6

09:55-21:04

2 stops28h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/6

14:30-00:10

2 stops40h 40m

$1,866

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sun 24/5

06:05-23:59

2 stops34h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/5

11:45-14:40

2 stops33h 55m

$1,987

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 11/6

06:05-18:05

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/6

18:59-23:55

2 stops35h 56m

$2,090

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

13:25-23:59

2 stops27h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/6

18:59-14:10

2 stops26h 11m

$2,319

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Tue 23/6

06:05-18:05

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/6

17:10-14:45

2 stops28h 35m

$2,385

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

13:25-23:59

2 stops27h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/6

17:10-13:20

2 stops27h 10m

$2,511

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Tue 28/7

15:55-05:20

2 stops30h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/8

17:10-14:45

2 stops28h 35m

$2,513

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 22/6

16:35-22:00

2 stops46h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/6

08:05-00:10

2 stops47h 05m

$2,728

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 22/6

16:35-19:55

2 stops44h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/6

15:23-15:25

2 stops31h 02m

$2,728

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Illinois

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois?

The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $226). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,726). 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 13 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,711 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,029 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 27h 34m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,849. Airlines will cover a distance of 13174 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $226). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,726). 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 13 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$2,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,390Average$2,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,483Average$2,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,592Average$2,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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