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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Illinois from $705

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 November 2025.

Mon 24/1113:20AKL - ORD
2 stops23h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1208:50ORD - AKL
1 stop30h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,327
Wed 24/1214:00AKL - ORD
2 stops40h 18mAir Canada
Wed 31/1220:15ORD - AKL
2 stops67h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 8/11$1,456
Fri 26/1214:00AKL - ORD
1 stop19h 41mAir Canada
Fri 2/107:15ORD - AKL
2 stops56h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 7/11$1,460
Wed 3/1214:00AKL - ORD
2 stops22h 10mAir Canada
Wed 17/1210:38ORD - AKL
2 stops29h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 7/11$1,538
Mon 22/1214:00AKL - ORD
2 stops46h 03mAir Canada
Mon 12/120:30ORD - AKL
2 stops67h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/11$1,549
Mon 1/1214:00AKL - ORD
1 stop19h 41mAir Canada
Sun 14/1215:40ORD - AKL
1 stop24h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/11$1,700
Mon 22/1220:10AKL - ORD
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1206:00ORD - AKL
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,881
Mon 24/1114:35AKL - ORD
2 stops25h 50mDelta
Mon 8/1210:45ORD - AKL
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/11$1,890
Mon 22/1206:05CHC - ORD
2 stops34h 04mQantas Airways
Mon 29/1216:46ORD - CHC
2 stops27h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/11$2,080
Tue 23/1209:10WLG - ORD
2 stops29h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 30/1216:34ORD - WLG
2 stops27h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$2,135
Mon 22/1207:40WLG - ORD
2 stops26h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 29/1216:46ORD - WLG
2 stops29h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,144
Wed 24/1216:45WLG - ORD
2 stops30h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1207:10ORD - WLG
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$2,162

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 9 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,316

One-way from

$705

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,998
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 3/2-24/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 57m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($184 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

13:20-11:55

1 stop17h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

07:00-10:05

1 stop32h 05m

$1,316

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/11

13:20-17:25

2 stops23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

08:50-09:55

1 stop30h 05m

$1,329

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

15:55-15:55

2 stops42h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

10:15-13:15

2 stops33h 00m

$1,352

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

14:00-20:10

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

15:35-11:00

2 stops48h 25m

$1,410

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Wed 24/12

14:00-11:18

2 stops40h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

20:15-11:00

2 stops67h 45m

$1,456

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

14:50-05:03

1 stop32h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

07:35-05:55

1 stop28h 20m

$1,460

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Wed 11/3

06:05-11:57

2 stops47h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

18:45-12:20

2 stops23h 35m

$1,476

WellingtonSt. Louis

WLG - STL

WLGSTL

Wellington

Fri 6/3

06:05-23:48

2 stops36h 43m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/3

12:01-14:50

2 stops32h 49m

$1,563

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

17:00-19:58

2 stops20h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

06:20-09:35

1 stop33h 15m

$1,879

WellingtonSt. Louis

WLG - STL

WLGSTL

Wellington

Fri 6/3

14:55-09:24

2 stops37h 29m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/3

17:25-11:20

2 stops23h 55m

$1,922

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Illinois

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 $879). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,014). 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 NZ to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

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

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

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 9 November 2025.
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
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
524 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
930 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,429 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Illinois?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Illinois can take about 17h 35m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,316. 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?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights 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 $879). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,014). 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 9 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,465Average$2,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,466Average$2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,482Average$2,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,679Average$2,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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