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$501 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Auckland

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Cheapest round-trip
$843
Overall average: $1,156
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ORD - AKL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$501
Typical prices: $1,087-$1,286
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/1
ORD - AKL • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Auckland (ORD-AKL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Auckland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Auckland

Tue, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 15
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6:40 pm - 9:55 am
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20h 15m
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3:50 pm - 4:37 pm
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19h 47m
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$843Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10
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3:35 pm - 11:00 am
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1:00 pm - 2:41 pm
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$846Air Canada
Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 8
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12:50 pm - 11:00 am
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1:00 pm - 1:41 pm
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19h 41m
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$847Air Canada
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10
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3:35 pm - 11:00 am
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48h 25m
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1:00 pm - 8:10 pm
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25h 10m
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$850Air Canada
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 25
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3:50 pm - 4:37 pm
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$851Qantas Airways
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
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3:35 pm - 4:50 pm
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1:00 pm - 2:41 pm
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$854Air Canada
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
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2:51 pm - 8:10 am
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12:20 pm - 1:04 pm
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$855American Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 8
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$856Air Canada
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1:00 pm - 8:10 pm
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25h 10m
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$858Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 10
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11:31 am - 9:55 am
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Auckland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Auckland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Chicago to Auckland? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland is February, where tickets cost $1,156 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,688 and $1,634 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$501
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Auckland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago to Auckland flights

  • What services does American Airlines offer for economy class passengers on flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    American Airlines offers several services for economy class passengers on flights from Chicago to Auckland. These include complimentary drinks and snacks, in-flight entertainment, including movies, TV shows, and music, seatback screens with more than 150 movies and TV shows, Wi-Fi access, and power ports to charge electronic devices.

  • What is the luggage allowance on AirAsia X flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    The luggage allowance on AirAsia X flights from Chicago to Auckland varies based on the fare class you have booked. Generally, the cabin baggage should not exceed 15 lbs in weight and the checked baggage allowance varies from 45 lbs to 88 lbs depending on your fare class. Premium Flex and Premium Flatbed passengers are allowed one carry-on baggage with a weight limit of 30 lbs.

  • How do I get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to the city center?

    Taxis and shuttles are available at Auckland Airport, and they charge A$7.30 ($5) per pickup and A$4.40 ($3) per drop-off in addition to the fixed fare rate. The estimated duration of the journey is around 30-40 minutes depending on the traffic. The AirportLink Bus Service is another option for getting to the city center from Auckland Airport. The bus service costs A$8.50 ($5.80) per person and the estimated duration of the journey is around 45 minutes.

  • What class travel options are available on Air Canada flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    Air Canada offers a variety of travel classes to choose from, depending on the aircraft type and fare purchased. Economy Class is the standard travel class and it offers comfortable seats with adjustable headrests while Premium Economy Class offers extra comfort and space with wider seats and additional legroom. Business Class offers even more comfort and luxury with lie-flat seats, personal entertainment systems, gourmet meals, premium wines and spirits, and priority check-in and boarding. Air Canada Signature Class.Iberia's first class offers a premium experience for passengers with amenities such as spacious cabins, gourmet dining options, personalized amenities, and deluxe in-flight entertainment.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland was $501 for a one-way ticket and $843 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Auckland?

    A passport is required to fly from Chicago to Auckland.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Auckland?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Auckland, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Auckland from Chicago?

    Los Angeles is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chicago to Auckland.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Auckland, Air New Zealand or Fiji Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Auckland are Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,566 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Fiji Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,270 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Auckland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Auckland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Auckland from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Auckland with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and AKL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Auckland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Auckland from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland

  • US citizens need a valid visa to travel to New Zealand, including flights from Chicago (CHI) to Auckland (AKL). However, US citizens can apply for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZeTA) online, which is a quicker and simpler process than obtaining a visa. The NZeTA allows visitors from visa-waiver countries, including the US, to stay in New Zealand for up to three months.
  • Connecting flights from Chicago to Auckland have layovers in different cities depending on the airline you choose to fly with. Some common layovers include Los Angeles (LAX), Nadi (NAN), San Francisco (SFO), Houston (IAH), and Las Vegas (LAS).
  • Air New Zealand allows pets onboard their flights from Chicago to Auckland. The airline permits pets to travel as checked baggage however, pets are not allowed in the cabin, except for trained service animals.
  • Singapore Airlines offers a variety of services for families with kids on flights from Chicago to Auckland, including priority boarding, in-flight entertainment for children, and child meals.
  • ANA is taking several initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and is promoting the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to reduce emissions associated with air transportation including for flights from Chicago to Auckland.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Auckland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Auckland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Auckland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 574 reviews
7.4Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
8.0Comfort
7.4Food
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Very quick flight so no time for refreshments. We took off. Then landed. The end. Seats were too tight. Very cramped Grateful for the short flight cos moving around wasn’t possible

6.0 GoodDavid, Jan 2026
IAH - LFT
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Very quick flight so no time for refreshments. We took off. Then landed. The end. Seats were too tight. Very cramped Grateful for the short flight cos moving around wasn’t possible

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

The disembarking steps in Wellington were precarious and I felt quite insecure. There was no one on the tarmac to greet us and help. The embarking ramp in Blenheim was much more satisfactory. The rest of the flight was fine.

Entertainment screen froze and had to be reset. Noticed it happened to other passengers as well.

My flying experience was not great. The temperature was ridiculously low. I had a sweater and a big jacket and even then. Since my ticket was an economy ticket, I suppose I didn’t deserve a blanket as they were only available for business. The result, o got a cold I have not been able to shake off in 6 days which has absolutely ruined my stay in Japan as I hasn’t had the chance to leave my hotel room. Everything else that was good, had overshadowed by this. BE A LITTLE MORE HUMAN

The food was not as good as Air New Zealand. The veg pasta was pass-able but the veg cibotta sandwich was dry, hard and not up to par. The coach staff were attentive and accommodating.

Air conditioning was turned to the wrong setting. Way too hot. The entertainment system kept resetting and didn’t work half the flight. Said something to the crew. They didn’t do anything to help. Plane had a mechanical problem that resulted in 2.5 hour delay. Boarded the plane, had to disembark and get back on.

Good and appreciate the effort Air Zealand puts into using more environmentally friendly food containers and utensils. yay! One of the better airlines for this for sure. Still some bad stuff, but at least Air NZ is trying. :) Also really enjoyed the bluetooth option for personal headsets. :)

I was trying to get confirmation on if my luggage was going to be moved to the earlier flight (I requested standby to get home earlier) and was unable to get help from those working at the counter. The request to be moved to an earlier flight was handled smoothly through the app and appreciate the ease of the request.

Kayak did not propagate my United miles account and I had to manually get credit.

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

My flight from Dallas to Sydney was cancelled. My entire trip was rerouted to include the following: Hartford to Washington DC Washington DC to JFK JFK to Auckland Auckland to Christchurch I paid for an aisle seat on the flight to Auckland and was asked if I would take a window seat to accommodate a family. The agent at the podium failed to mention that the family had a 3 month old baby and that a bassinet would be used during the 16 hour flight. The only way I could get out of my seat was to crawl under the bassinet of the sleeping baby. I think it is wrong that I was no given the choice to sit in another seat, that the agent knew what she was doing and chose to not properly disclose my seating arrangement. Terrible treatment.

they ran out of fruit for breakfast and so I just had a yogurt instead. other than that the flight was good

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Poor! This flight was delayed 14 hours. There was no assistance in helping customers find other routes to their destination, nor any other kind of support. It was a chaotic experience. I'm not likely to fly with AA going forward.

Inflight entertainment, poor that there are no headrest screens on aircraft used for an international flight.

Loved the staff. The economy seats could have been bigger.

They lost my luggage, so, not happy. The crew was nice but my suitcases never made it, still trying to find out what happened!

I understand weather is an issue, but making us chase our plane down at five scheduled gates across three terminals in an airport the size of O'Hare was unfair. They'd have probably been better off to leave gates as TBD until the inbound plane is in final approach instead of running us all over the place. Also, props to the consistently-unprepared ground crew in Richmond for once again leaving my lane parked short of the gate because they couldn't have a crew in place on time with 2 hours notice...

cabin crew was OK, food was OK, the trip from the US to Munich was actually pretty bad comfort wise. Noisy aircraft, lights never dimmed even in Business class (night flight) barely sufficient amenities for the price. I have millions of miles with United but TBH American is gaining ground and Delta has always been marginally better then United although on paper United has more longes and cheaper upgrades.

Essy to get on. The hostess gave very little pop, the plane was late getting in, and we are still waiting for our bags. This sucks. :/

Not United Airlines' fault. It's ORL airport's fault.

Great flight. On time boarding. Smooth flight and on time arrival at EWR. The flight crew was marvelous and there was a great selection of movies on the entertainment system. Our bags were at the carousel before we got there. Another excellent flight from United.

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

The movies offered were great. Staff were very pleasant and very efficient.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very nice flight love the small aircraft. We had a wonderful flight attendant. Nice to see someone that really enjoys her job. Don't have her name but had a southern accent.

The aircraft had several problems - from excess fuel to non operational ac. Two hours of delay in Chicago could have been avoided with proper planning and aircraft maintenance.

Crew in Columbia was not prepared for landing. It was a bit of a disaster and getting bags took forever.

We were upgraded to First Class and it was a great flight

We experienced gate changes and a long delay. My seat was dirty when I boarded and I had to use wipes to clean it myself. There was an unpleasant and overpowering cleaning product scent on the plane as well that lingered through the flight.

My carry on baggage was damaged. Entire trip, I had to carry the baggage. When complained to the boarding crew, they got mad at me and still asked me to valet check in the cabin baggage. Rude boarding crew!!!

Crew were all friendly and helpful. It was a short flight so just a beverage service with a cookie. After we were boarded the plane took about 45 minutes to leave the gate but it was New Year’s Eve so not shocking there was some delay. Overall good experience and very grateful.

The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.

The boarding by groups is pointless. The first two groups worked fine, but almost Noone boarded in goups three thru five leaving the vast majority boarding when group six was called. It defeated the purpose of spreading out the crowd.

Not great. Booked Extra seats and got nothing extra at all. It’s basically a big budget airline.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

The plane was delayed substantially due to a mechanical problem, that being said, the airline was very fair with providing a meal coupon for us. I would rather arrive late on a mechanically sound plane than the alternative. The food served in the plane was just awful, however and I recommend a new catering company.

I waiting for 2 hrs to retrieve my luggage. Didn't get home till 3am.

The flight left late and I didn’t get a glass of bubbly upon boarding (which I’m used to when booking business class on other flights), but otherwise it was a pleasant flight with lovely, helpful crew members and I enjoyed my meal.

Flight cancellations, delays, mass confusion and disorganization! That’s Air Canada for you, nothing new. I would have chosen a different airline if it were an option, and Air Canada continues to prove they don’t care about their customers.

everything was fine. but paying for 1 piece of check-in luggage and denying passengers to board with carry-on luggage which by air line's standards does not fit is not acceptable. when one travels for a longer time one needs to have some essentials

Couldn't fit knees, only 1 toilet working, didn't get anything to drink cause the stewards were not able to get to us

Flight was canceled for a reason they knew hours before but did not mention. Next the gate chnage from 37 to 38 at least 10 times. Ridiculous.

The flight from SFO to YVR was delayed and my bag did not make it to my next flight from YVR to SYD. It took almost 3 days after I landed to get my bag and when I got it, it was filled with dust

Our biggest complaint about Air Canada is that if you don’t like your seat during check-in, there’s a fee to move elsewhere. On our flight from YUL to FFL, we were charged to change seats—just regular seats. What’s maddening is that the plane wasn’t even full; there were even a few people sleeping in the middle row sections (entire rows, completely empty), using them as beds. In my opinion, charging passengers for seat changes is a cash grab by Air Canada. They are definitely not the airline they were back in the day. I suppose they need to gouge the consumer now that they pay their attendants while on ground. One out of 10.

Nothing specific. Cabin temperature was too high for some reason.

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