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Cheapest return flight
$1,678
Typical prices: $1,959-$2,555
United Airlines
Fri 9/11Sat 10/11
AKL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$847
Typical prices: $1,002-$1,353
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/11
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 book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Vancouver Intl (YVR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,983 (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, 9 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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15:50 - 11:24AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 34m1 stop San Francisco
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14:22 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 48m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$1,678United Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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16:55 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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16:43 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
45h 27m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,764British Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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16:55 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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21:06 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
41h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,773British Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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19:15 - 23:21AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 06m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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18:20 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$1,789United Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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19:50 - 21:40AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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06:55 - 05:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,991Air New Zealand
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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20:20 - 20:34AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 14m1 stop Los Angeles
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14:30 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 40m1 stop San Francisco
$2,003Air New Zealand
Thu, 10 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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15:50 - 06:28AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 38m1 stop San Francisco
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16:00 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$2,028Air New Zealand
Sun, 27 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
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13:20 - 14:09AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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14:52 - 09:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,044Qantas Airways
Sat, 12 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec
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07:30 - 17:59AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 29m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
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15:55 - 09:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,107Qantas Airways
Sat, 12 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec
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15:50 - 17:59AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 09m1 stop Los Angeles
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16:53 - 09:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,107Qantas Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Auckland to Chicago with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Chicago?

Return flights from Auckland to Chicago start at $1,678. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,959 to $2,555. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,678 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Auckland to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Auckland to Chicago routes. They average around $2,205 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Chicago and is 16% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Chicago at $1,611 return.
•May ($2,857) and September ($2,478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Auckland to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Chicago are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Auckland to Chicago flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$847
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 0h 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 $1,959 to $2,555, with an average of $2,205 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,959 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of $2,205. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $1,678 to $15,255. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 $1,007, which is 12% 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 $56:

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

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around $53:

    • 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

    Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Auckland to Chicago route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,854 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,478 – a $624 difference. 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 00m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Chicago?

    Chicago is 17 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?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile and River North. These are among 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 instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,854 – about $624 less than Friday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average $1,611 return in that month – typically $1,246 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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