ORD - AKL

$432 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Auckland

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Cheapest round-trip
$687
Typical prices: $1,233-$1,698
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ORD - AKL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$432
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Tue 5/5
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There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Auckland. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $425 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 29m (one-way)
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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

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
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2:00 pm - 5:35 am
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32h 35m
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$687Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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2:00 pm - 11:27 pm
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$706Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Thu, May 14
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26h 27m
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$714Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, May 6
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2:00 pm - 5:35 am
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$810Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5
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$826Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Thu, May 14
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3:15 pm - 9:55 am
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$838Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 20
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$842Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3
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$844Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
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$858Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25
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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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Auckland departing in April.

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 $1,078 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,709 and $1,672 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 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$432
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% 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 $432 for a one-way ticket and $687 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?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Auckland, with SkyTeam 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, Fiji Airways or Air New Zealand?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Auckland are Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $1,270 and an overall rating of 8.1, Fiji Airways is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,535 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 610 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.4Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.4Food
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Great service. Food could be improved but overall a very good airline

10.0 ExcellentAllan, Mar 2026
YVR - AKL
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Great service. Food could be improved but overall a very good airline

Wonderful trip. Everyone from checking in to the gate to the flight itself was amazing - kind, helpful, and has a beautiful smile.

This flight was the second leg of a trip that began in Auckland, New Zealand. I was unable to find a way to select seats in advance. The boarding passes we were given in Auckland did not have seat assignments for the second flight. There was no way to check on it until personnel showed up at the gate in Los Angeles, immediately before boarding time. The flight was overbooked by one, and since I was traveling with my sister, we needed two seats. We waited in considerable anxiety for everyone else to board and when one person did not show up, we had to take whatever was left. At least we finally got on the flight although we were the very last to board. We were not able to sit together, of course.

The seats are feeling very hard to sit on. All the padding is flat, like sitting on a park bench for over an hour

We had difficulty checking in as United didn’t recognize the confirmation number and the agent was not helpful. We went to the United Assistance desk where the agent was able to process our reservation. We also weren’t allowed to choose seats in advance.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

All good, except entertainment system could have been better. More choices.

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.

We booked with Qantas instead of Delta and we instead flew on American Airlines. American is not our favorite to go on. No leg room and the width of seats are a joke. Your are packed like sardines on American flights.

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

Flight arrived late with no one to help over 30 people rebook. I slept at the airport.

I'd like to see AA's flight safety record clearly and prominently posted online.

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.

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

This trip did not start off well. The inbound flight was delayed about 20 minutes. Then, after initial onboarding, the passengers had to deplane due to a mechanical problem. That took about 30 minutes to fix and be cleared. Then, reboarding was chaotic. It took a long time to sort passengers and two passengers on standby were ticketed but there was no seat. So, they had to deplane. One of the flight crew was trying to help passengers figure out a place to put their carry-on bags and that took more time. In the end, our scheduled 10:30 am departure did not actually take off until about 12:05 pm CST. The flight itself was long but we got to Houston. Some passengers missed their connecting flights and had to rebook. Not the best of flights I've had.

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

Short flight, but no drink/snack service. The flights both going and coming were delayed.

Not being stranded in Chicago for her airport to 11:30 tomorrow morning the 3rd

I was fully checked in the prior night and i was unchecked and then didn’t have a seat when I boarded. Instead of an aisle seat, I was out in the middle seat of the very last row of the plane.

In overall it was a good experience, the only down point was that the entertainment screen was working properly.

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. :/

The gate got changed several times and the flight was delayed over an hour. Awful experience

American continues to decline in their customer service and its beyond disappointing.

It was an older plane. First Class was not especially roomy or comfortable. It was a short flight so there were no meal but they did offer mixed nuts which used to be normal but now is rare. Crew member was very polite and professional.

Flight to Tampa was delayed taking off due to plane arriving late but no other issues

As previously stated the delay I experienced flying from Wichita to Chicago caused a host of issues. When I finally was able to be booked on the last remaining American flight from Chicago to Cincinnati, the gate changed four times with the last change occurring very near the scheduled boarding time. While I didn't have a problem moving from gate to gate, I did notice and make note of others that had mobility issues and had to move each time for the gate change.

Maintenance took a very long time and then we were in a holding pattern. While a one-off maintenance issue is standard, there were delays on both of my flights for this trip based on maintenance issues with the planes, which delayed both flights over 45 minutes. Thankfully, I didn't have any connections but it wasn't an experience that would make me pick AA if I have other options.

No Snacks or Entertainment. The flight was short, snacks should still be given.

See prior comment about how Kayak mishandled my reservation and delayed my arrival by 6 hours.

Boarding delayed 20 minutes for no reason, no wifi, in flight entertainment, or snacks / waters?

The accessible bathroom should be visible to people in Economy class.

Departed Palm Springs over an hour late because there’s only one gate, and it has always delayed by the arriving and departing flight to Toronto and the arriving flight from Vancouver.

I checked a bag and there was only one agent to assist all customers with any issues.

I want to thank Carlos at the Miami AC desk - he was amazing and went over and above to help us out. Thank you Carlos and all the best to you!!! You made our faith in AC feel great! Sincerely, David Cubitt

Flight was canceled due to mechanical issues. After a considerable wait in the queue, Air Canada customer service was very helpful to get us on another flight. I am disappointed to report our rescheduled flight is for three days from now. Three days of extra expenses and inconvenience is unacceptable.

Extremely disappointing. My original Denver–Vancouver–Bangkok itinerary was cancelled due to a crewing issue. I was not proactively supported and had to drive back home after already reaching the airport. Communication was poor throughout, and attempts to contact customer service resulted in being on hold for nearly three hours without reaching anyone. Instead of being rebooked on the same direct routing the following day, I was rerouted onto a much longer itinerary via multiple cities and airlines, which resulted in arriving approximately 30 hours later than scheduled. At Denver airport, there was no visible Air Canada representative available to properly assist. Ground staff offered no real support beyond directing passengers to a phone number. There was no clear communication, no ownership, and no meaningful customer care during a major disruption. The final journey involved three flights instead of the original two, significantly increasing travel time and stress. Overall, the handling of the cancellation and lack of customer support was unacceptable. What could have been better? Clear communication during the cancellation Accessible customer service (phone support that actually answers) Proper in-person assistance at the airport Rebooking onto a comparable routing rather than a significantly longer one

Great setup on both flights except the last flight we got condensed dripping all over me in the last 20 mins of the flight

The last 3 hours it was freezing cold in row 56. Multiple people had their winter coats on and were utilizing the blankets provided by the airline. I also did not have easy access to figure out how to book my food allergy and advance for my meals. Most of everything I received was something I couldn't eat. This needs to be made more accessible. Also, I'm 5'10 which is the average height of the American male. I flew from Philadelphia to Toronto and then to Tokyo and the seats were absolutely unbearable. For that long of a flight it is impossible to get comfortable when doing anything. Flights need to have more space and stop prioritizing costs over people.

Was delayed at every point/ connection. Luggages missing for 5days. Had no medications for diabetes and high B/p. when bags where finally delivered on the 30th, the insulin and ozempic were no longer patent, as the ice pack had since dissolved and the authenticity of the med is now questionable, since they must be refrigerated. Please have them refund my bag fees. I should sue them for all the inconveniences caused to me.

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.

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