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Cheapest return flight
$1,949
Typical prices: $2,050-$2,733
Qantas Airways
Thu 11/1Sun 11/2
AKL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$867
Typical prices: $1,083-$1,558
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/2
AKL - ORD • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 16% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Vancouver Intl (YVR)
Cheapest • Avg $2,009 (return)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 19h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Chicago (AKL-CHI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Chicago

Mon, 11 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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15:50 - 05:02AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
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13:46 - 09:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,949Qantas Airways
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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08:00 - 00:21AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 21m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Denver Intl
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10:40 - 14:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
33h 05m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Ontario Brisbane
$1,956Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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14:50 - 06:14AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 24m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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06:21 - 13:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 14m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$2,006Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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14:50 - 05:10AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 20m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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06:21 - 13:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 14m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$2,017Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 00:21AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 21m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Denver Intl
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06:30 - 14:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 35m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,101Multiple Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 05:02AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
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19:04 - 09:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,167Qantas Airways
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 00:21AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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06:30 - 05:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$2,168Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 15:59AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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06:40 - 09:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
$2,188American Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
20:20 - 20:37AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 17m1 stop Los Angeles
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14:30 - 05:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 15m1 stop San Francisco
$2,280Air New Zealand
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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19:50 - 23:26AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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07:29 - 05:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$2,336Air New Zealand
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Chicago flights

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How much is a return flight from Auckland to Chicago?

Return flights from Auckland to Chicago typically range from $2,050 to $2,733. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,949 on Qantas Airways.

What is the cheapest Auckland to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Auckland to Chicago routes. They average around $2,234 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Chicago. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Chicago?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Chicago at $2,005 return.
•May ($2,934) and September ($2,624) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Auckland to Chicago flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$867
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 14% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Auckland to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Chicago?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Chicago:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Chicago?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Chicago takes 00m, covering 21,227 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Chicago?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Chicago flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Chicago range from $2,050 to $2,733, with an average of $2,387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,050 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,949 to $9,919. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,048, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) – daily rates from around $30:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around $57:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around $54:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Chicago?

    Flights from Auckland to Chicago usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 63% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Auckland to Chicago. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,878 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,804, a difference of $926.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Chicago?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 53m, compared to 20h 26m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 21h via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Chicago?

    Chicago is 18 hours behind Auckland (Central Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    River North is one of the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,878, about $926 less than Friday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Chicago trip for October. Fares historically average $2,005 return in that month – typically $929 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • Skylark Motel

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