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Cheapest return flight
$1,754
Typical prices: $2,055-$2,718
American Airlines
Sun 4/2Thu 8/2
AKL - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$887
Typical prices: $1,085-$1,544
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/3
AKL - ORD • 2 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 • 15% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $2,092 (return)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 20h 20m (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

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 15:52AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 32m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Lambert-St Louis
American Airlines Logo
08:15 - 09:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
30h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,754American Airlines
17 hours ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
American Airlines Logo
15:50 - 05:02AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
17:54 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,754American Airlines
17 hours ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 18:24AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Air Canada Logo
15:30 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$2,188Air Canada
1 day ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 18:24AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Air Canada Logo
15:30 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$2,221Air Canada
3+ days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 14:37AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 37m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
15:30 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$2,222Air Canada
1 day ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 18:24AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Vancouver Intl
$2,233Air Canada
1 day ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 18:24AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Air Canada Logo
15:45 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$2,281Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
07:30 - 00:13AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 43m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,288Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
15:50 - 19:05AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 15m1 stop San Francisco
Air New Zealand Logo
21:50 - 05:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
$2,290Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
15:50 - 21:15AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 25m1 stop San Francisco
Air New Zealand Logo
20:09 - 05:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
38h 41m1 stop Los Angeles
$2,356Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
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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 with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Chicago?

Return flights from Auckland to Chicago typically range from $2,055 to $2,718. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,754 on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Auckland to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Auckland to Chicago routes. They average around $2,388 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 21% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Chicago at $2,003 return.
•May ($2,935) and April ($2,691) 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

$887
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travellers.
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 $2,055 to $2,718, with an average of $2,350 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,055 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 $1,754 to $6,505. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $1,010, which is 22% 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 $113:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around $149:

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

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around $145:

    • 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) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 5% 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 33% on flights from Auckland to Chicago. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,879 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,783, a difference of $905.

    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 20h 20m, compared to 20h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 20h 39m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Chicago?

    Chicago is 19 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 $1,879, about $905 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 $2,003 return in that month –- typically $931 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 Chicago Midway Airport

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