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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Illinois from $1,018

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
27 May — 3 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 27 April 2026.

Wed 13/506:45
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops34h 14m
Qantas Airways
Fri 22/516:29
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop43h 26m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/4$1,811
Thu 21/515:45
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops45h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 25/518:02
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops28h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,947
Sat 2/506:00
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops47h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 6/518:56
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops36h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,954
Wed 13/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 33m
Qantas Airways
Wed 20/519:21
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops25h 44m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,084
Fri 22/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop40h 19m
American Airlines
Sun 7/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,086
Thu 11/615:15
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops21h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 25/620:50
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops46h 20m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 24/4$2,212
Wed 10/608:20
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops32h 38m
Qantas Airways
Wed 17/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$2,355
Sun 7/618:20
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops28h 19m
Qantas Airways
Sun 14/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,389
Sat 23/510:05
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops40h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 25/507:00
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops35h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,399
Sun 7/606:05
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops29h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sun 14/615:20
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops30h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,404
Sat 6/606:05
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops29h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sat 13/618:32
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops27h 13m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,418
Tue 18/806:10
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops26h 44m
Qantas Airways
Sat 29/819:00
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,419

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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,947

One-way from

$1,018

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,974
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 21/5-25/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 28m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($409 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

15:45-19:50

2 stops45h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

18:02-15:25

2 stops28h 23m

$1,947

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

06:00-05:47

2 stops40h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

15:07-15:25

2 stops31h 18m

$1,952

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Fri 22/5

16:25-15:44

1 stop40h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/6

18:59-14:05

2 stops26h 06m

$2,086

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 23/5

10:05-09:05

2 stops40h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

07:00-11:15

2 stops35h 15m

$2,399

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 11/6

06:05-18:05

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/6

18:59-14:45

2 stops26h 46m

$2,404

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 6/6

06:05-18:05

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/6

18:32-14:45

2 stops27h 13m

$2,418

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Mon 8/6

06:00-19:28

2 stops30h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 15/6

18:00-15:25

2 stops28h 25m

$2,435

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

08:20-17:44

2 stops26h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

19:21-14:05

2 stops25h 44m

$2,465

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Sat 6/6

06:00-19:28

2 stops30h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/6

18:59-15:25

2 stops27h 26m

$2,506

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/8

13:25-23:59

2 stops27h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

17:50-14:10

2 stops27h 20m

$2,562

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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 $228). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,743). 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 27 April 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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
636 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,027 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,664 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,974 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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 29h. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,404. 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 $648. Users have also found prices from $840 and $959 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 $228). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,743). 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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Discover the top 3 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 27 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,402Average$2,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,403Average$2,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,607Average$2,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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