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Cheapest return flight
$1,721
Typical prices: $1,940-$2,531
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/10Sat 20/10
AKL - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$860
Typical prices: $993-$1,340
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/2
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 $1,964 (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, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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15:00 - 06:34AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 34m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles
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08:30 - 14:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 35m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,721Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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07:00 - 00:59AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 59m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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08:30 - 14:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 35m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,756Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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06:00 - 15:59AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 59m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles
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20:18 - 05:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
39h 37m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$1,782American Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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20:15 - 06:34AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 19m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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20:01 - 05:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
39h 49m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,876Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 25 Dec
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13:20 - 12:24AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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06:00 - 09:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 55m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,923Qantas Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Thu, 24 Dec
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13:20 - 14:12AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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06:00 - 09:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 55m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,937Qantas Airways
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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19:50 - 00:23AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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14:00 - 06:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 00m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,968Air New Zealand
Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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19:50 - 21:42AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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21:45 - 05:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
37h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,968Air New Zealand
Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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15:50 - 16:57AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 07m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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17:15 - 14:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,082American Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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15:50 - 17:55AKL  Auckland Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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17:15 - 14:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,082American Airlines
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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.

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 $1,596 return.
•May ($2,830) and September ($2,454) 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

$860
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 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 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

  • 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 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 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 $1,836 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,454 – a $618 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • 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 $2,185. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,721 to $17,053. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,186, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

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

  • 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

  • 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 $1,940 to $2,531, with an average of $2,185 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,940 counts as a good deal.

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 $1,836 – about $618 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 $1,596 return in that month – typically $1,234 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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