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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Illinois from $979

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — ORD
10 May — 17 May1
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 10 April 2026.

Mon 11/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 33m
American Airlines
Tue 26/518:02
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops27h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,672
Mon 25/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop36h 24m
American Airlines
Mon 1/618:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,709
Mon 11/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop38h 54m
American Airlines
Fri 22/517:10
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops27h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,740
Fri 1/514:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/508:30
ORD
-
AKL
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,892
Sun 16/816:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop33h 45m
American Airlines
Sun 23/818:03
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops27h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,901
Sun 24/514:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops32h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/507:15
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,954
Mon 11/514:00
AKL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/520:56
ORD
-
AKL
1 stop40h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$2,016
Fri 22/516:25
AKL
-
ORD
1 stop34h 23m
American Airlines
Fri 29/518:59
ORD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/4$2,098
Tue 3/1106:05
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops42h 52m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1122:05
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops44h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,144
Sat 23/516:10
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops30h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/516:50
ORD
-
WLG
3 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$2,187
Thu 21/510:05
WLG
-
ORD
2 stops38h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 23/505:30
ORD
-
WLG
2 stops33h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,348
Mon 31/806:00
CHC
-
ORD
2 stops29h 24m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/918:45
ORD
-
CHC
2 stops27h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/4$2,351

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,672

One-way from

$979

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,987
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 36m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($538 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

16:25-11:49

1 stop36h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

18:59-14:05

2 stops26h 06m

$1,709

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 23/5

08:15-05:59

3 stops38h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

16:50-15:10

3 stops29h 20m

$2,247

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 21/5

10:05-07:16

2 stops38h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

05:30-08:10

2 stops33h 40m

$2,348

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Thu 21/5

06:05-19:33

2 stops30h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 28/5

18:59-14:45

2 stops26h 46m

$2,366

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sun 24/5

06:05-18:11

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 31/5

16:44-14:45

2 stops29h 01m

$2,377

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Sat 23/5

06:05-18:11

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

17:10-14:40

2 stops28h 30m

$2,390

WellingtonChicago

WLG - ORD

WLGORD

Wellington

Mon 11/5

06:05-21:14

2 stops32h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

19:21-14:45

2 stops26h 24m

$2,423

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

13:25-23:59

2 stops27h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

18:59-14:05

2 stops26h 06m

$2,450

ChristchurchChicago

CHC - ORD

CHCORD

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

06:00-19:33

2 stops30h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 31/5

18:02-15:25

2 stops28h 23m

$2,461

AucklandChicago

AKL - ORD

AKLORD

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

08:20-19:57

2 stops28h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/5

17:10-14:05

2 stops27h 55m

$2,479

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois (average of $683). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $3,138). 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 10 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
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

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
239 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

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
626 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

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
1,017 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

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
9,559 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

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
10,913 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

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 30h 28m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,366. 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 $652. Users have also found prices from $861 and $966 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Illinois (average of $683). Flying from New Zealand to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $3,138). 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 3 airlines flying from New Zealand to Illinois

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,411Average$2,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,412Average$2,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,618Average$2,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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