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Cheapest return flight
$1,591
Typical prices: $1,967-$2,565
American Airlines
Mon 5/11Fri 9/11
AKL - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$896
Typical prices: $1,006-$1,358
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/10
AKL - ORD • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 $1,991 (return)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 19h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Chicago (AKL-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to O'Hare Intl

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 06:05AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
43h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
21:06 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
65h 04m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,591American Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 05:02AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 02m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
18:10 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
68h 00m2 stops New York LaGuardia Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,623American Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
British Airways Logo
16:55 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
British Airways Logo
16:43 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
45h 27m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,771British Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
British Airways Logo
16:55 - 12:35AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
British Airways Logo
21:06 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
41h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,780British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
13:20 - 20:00AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
08:10 - 09:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
30h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,907Qantas Airways
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
20:20 - 20:35AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 05:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
28h 50m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,962Air New Zealand
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
20:20 - 00:59AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 39m1 stop Los Angeles
Air New Zealand Logo
13:00 - 05:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 50m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,962Air New Zealand
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 23:26AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
Air New Zealand Logo
16:35 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 35m1 stop San Francisco
$1,962Air New Zealand
Sun, 27 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
13:20 - 14:09AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
14:52 - 09:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,052Qantas Airways
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
06:50 - 17:00AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 10m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
Qantas Airways Logo
16:53 - 09:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,078Qantas Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Return flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $1,591. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,967 to $2,565. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,591 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $1,618 return.
•May ($2,869) and September ($2,488) 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 O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$896
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Auckland to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 21,202 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,967 to $2,565, with an average of $2,215 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,967 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of $2,215. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $1,591 to $13,239. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,018, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On the Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,861 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,488 – a $626 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    River North is one of the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $1,861 – about $626 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 O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,618 return in that month – typically $1,251 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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