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$568+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New Zealand

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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AKL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to New Zealand (NZ0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,039
(Ovago)

One-way from

$580
(Justfly.com)
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:40 pmORD - AKL
2 stops29h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 2/17:30 amAKL - ORD
2 stops27h 29mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,360
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:55 pmORD - AKL
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/282:05 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops28h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,510
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/293:40 pmORD - AKL
1 stop24h 20mAir Canada
Mon 2/32:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop19h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$1,526
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:32 pmORD - CHC
2 stops45h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/142:20 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,840
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:10 pmORD - CHC
2 stops27h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 1/186:20 amCHC - ORD
2 stops25h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,892
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:55 amORD - AKL
1 stop29h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/293:50 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop20h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,001
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:30 pmORD - AKL
2 stops25h 25mDelta
Thu 1/302:50 pmAKL - ORD
3 stops21h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,005
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:15 amORD - AKL
2 stops36h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/1210:00 pmAKL - ORD
1 stop27h 16mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$2,096
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:52 pmORD - CHC
2 stops43h 33mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/299:00 pmCHC - ORD
2 stops45h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$2,267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/219:07 pmORD - CHC
1 stop42h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/142:15 pmCHC - ORD
1 stop19h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,564
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/213:40 pmORD - CHC
2 stops38h 00mAir Canada
Sat 1/116:10 amCHC - ORD
2 stops27h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$2,777
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:05 pmORD - AKL
1 stop37h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 1/312:40 pmAKL - ORD
2 stops45h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$3,196

Find flights from Illinois to New Zealand within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to New Zealand 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

7:13 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Wellington

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-5:23 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$1,039

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 3/3

9:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop29h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/19

2:50 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$1,048

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

9:50 am-11:55 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$1,066

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

7:13 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 3/25

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,132

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 2/28

7:15 am-8:55 am

2 stops30h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/15

1:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops37h 50m

$1,148

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/1

5:12 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops25h 28m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/15

3:30 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$1,154

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 3/3

3:50 pm-11:00 am

2 stops24h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/16

1:00 pm-3:06 pm

2 stops44h 06m

$1,158

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

11:04 am-11:40 pm

3 stops42h 36m

Wellington

Tue 3/25

9:45 am-2:39 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$1,161

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

5:40 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Wellington

Wed 2/19

9:45 am-2:39 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$1,174

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 2/14

3:50 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops56h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/5

6:20 am-3:06 pm

3 stops51h 46m

$1,218

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to New Zealand

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to New Zealand including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Illinois to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,444). 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 IL to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to New Zealand as you normally would.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Delta from Illinois to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to New Zealand one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $580 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $839 and Air Tahiti Nui from $897 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to New Zealand 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 Illinois to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Illinois to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,444). 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 7 airlines flying from Illinois to New Zealand

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to New Zealand. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$751Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$838Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$897Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,228Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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