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Find cheap flights from Chicago to Auckland from $1,411

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Auckland departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Auckland, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Auckland, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Auckland (CHI-AKL)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Auckland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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18:20 - 22:45ORD-AKL
35h 25m2 stops
08:00 - 06:20AKL-ORD
39h 20m2 stops
$2,013
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Wed, 3 Jul - Sun, 14 Jul
17:55 - 11:30ORD-AKL
24h 35m2 stops
14:30 - 05:35AKL-ORD
32h 05m2 stops
$2,021
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Sat, 25 May - Sat, 1 Jun
18:25 - 14:00ORD-AKL
26h 35m2 stops
06:00 - 14:19AKL-ORD
25h 19m2 stops
$2,093Qantas Airways
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Mon, 19 Aug - Mon, 26 Aug
12:15 - 06:35ORD-AKL
25h 20m2 stops
13:00 - 18:25AKL-ORD
22h 25m2 stops
$2,098Delta
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Wed, 3 Jul - Sun, 21 Jul
12:30 - 06:35ORD-AKL
25h 05m2 stops
13:00 - 23:59AKL-ORD
27h 59m2 stops
$2,120Delta
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Mon, 1 Jul - Wed, 10 Jul
15:40 - 05:00ORD-AKL
20h 20m1 stop
15:55 - 18:55AKL-ORD
20h 00m1 stop
$2,162Air New Zealand
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Sat, 7 Sep - Sat, 21 Sep
17:20 - 06:00ORD-AKL
19h 40m1 stop
19:45 - 20:50AKL-ORD
18h 05m1 stop
$2,164Air New Zealand
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Thu, 8 Aug - Tue, 20 Aug
13:15 - 14:20ORD-AKL
32h 05m2 stops
06:00 - 15:45AKL-ORD
26h 45m2 stops
$2,235Qantas Airways
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Thu, 16 May - Tue, 28 May
19:35 - 15:05ORD-AKL
26h 30m2 stops
07:00 - 15:34AKL-ORD
25h 34m2 stops
$2,364United Airlines
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Thu, 29 Aug - Thu, 5 Sep
14:30 - 07:10ORD-AKL
23h 40m1 stop
07:00 - 19:32AKL-ORD
29h 32m2 stops
$2,366United Airlines
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Thu, 8 Aug - Tue, 20 Aug

Flights from Chicago to Auckland - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Auckland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Auckland flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Chicago to Auckland.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Chicago to Auckland cost $3,979 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Auckland. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $3,116.

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

The average price of all flights from Chicago to Auckland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Chicago to Auckland, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Auckland is June, where tickets cost $2,483 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is $4,429 and $3,538 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Auckland?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Auckland, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 61 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Auckland?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Auckland from Chicago were found on Air Tahiti Nui ($1,483) and Qantas Airways ($1,986), and the lowest return tickets were found on Qantas Airways ($2,093) and Delta ($2,098).

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago and Auckland?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

February

Cheapest flight

$1,411
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Auckland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Auckland

  • What services does American Airlines offer for economy class passengers on flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    American Airlines offers several services for economy class passengers on flights from Chicago to Auckland. These include complimentary drinks and snacks, in-flight entertainment, including movies, TV shows, and music, seatback screens with more than 150 movies and TV shows, Wi-Fi access, and power ports to charge electronic devices.

  • What is the luggage allowance on AirAsia X flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    The luggage allowance on AirAsia X flights from Chicago to Auckland varies based on the fare class you have booked. Generally, the cabin baggage should not exceed 15 lbs in weight and the checked baggage allowance varies from 45 lbs to 88 lbs depending on your fare class. Premium Flex and Premium Flatbed passengers are allowed one carry-on baggage with a weight limit of 30 lbs.

  • How do I get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to the city center?

    Taxis and shuttles are available at Auckland Airport, and they charge A$7.30 ($5) per pickup and A$4.40 ($3) per drop-off in addition to the fixed fare rate. The estimated duration of the journey is around 30-40 minutes depending on the traffic. The AirportLink Bus Service is another option for getting to the city center from Auckland Airport. The bus service costs A$8.50 ($5.80) per person and the estimated duration of the journey is around 45 minutes.

  • What class travel options are available on Air Canada flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    Air Canada offers a variety of travel classes to choose from, depending on the aircraft type and fare purchased. Economy Class is the standard travel class and it offers comfortable seats with adjustable headrests while Premium Economy Class offers extra comfort and space with wider seats and additional legroom. Business Class offers even more comfort and luxury with lie-flat seats, personal entertainment systems, gourmet meals, premium wines and spirits, and priority check-in and boarding. Air Canada Signature Class.Iberia's first class offers a premium experience for passengers with amenities such as spacious cabins, gourmet dining options, personalized amenities, and deluxe in-flight entertainment.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Auckland?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Auckland was $839 for a one-way ticket and $1,197 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Auckland?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Auckland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Auckland, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Auckland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Auckland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Auckland from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Auckland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Auckland with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Auckland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Auckland from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Auckland

  • US citizens need a valid visa to travel to New Zealand, including flights from Chicago (CHI) to Auckland (AKL). However, US citizens can apply for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZeTA) online, which is a quicker and simpler process than obtaining a visa. The NZeTA allows visitors from visa-waiver countries, including the US, to stay in New Zealand for up to three months.
  • Connecting flights from Chicago to Auckland have layovers in different cities depending on the airline you choose to fly with. Some common layovers include Los Angeles (LAX), Nadi (NAN), San Francisco (SFO), Houston (IAH), and Las Vegas (LAS).
  • Air New Zealand allows pets onboard their flights from Chicago to Auckland. The airline permits pets to travel as checked baggage however, pets are not allowed in the cabin, except for trained service animals.
  • Singapore Airlines offers a variety of services for families with kids on flights from Chicago to Auckland, including priority boarding, in-flight entertainment for children, and child meals.
  • ANA is taking several initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and is promoting the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to reduce emissions associated with air transportation including for flights from Chicago to Auckland.
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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Auckland found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/5Wed
2 stops
45h 03mORD-AKL
$1,411
8/5Wed
3 stops
35h 32mORD-AKL
$1,478
21/6Fri
2 stopsAir Tahiti Nui
25h 48mORD-AKL
$1,483
15/5Wed
2 stops
23h 13mORD-AKL
$1,543
3/5Fri
2 stopsAir Tahiti Nui
27h 55mORD-AKL
$1,547
24/6Mon
2 stopsQantas Airways
26h 35mORD-AKL
$1,986
23/6Sun
2 stopsQantas Airways
57h 22mORD-AKL
$2,055
24/6Mon
1 stopAir New Zealand
41h 56mORD-AKL
$2,058
10/6Mon
1 stopAir New Zealand
20h 37mORD-AKL
$2,088
23/6Sun
2 stopsDelta
41h 40mORD-AKL
$2,115

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Last minute flights from Chicago to Auckland

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Chicago to Auckland that are departing in the next 10 days.
30/4Tue
multi-stop
35h 41mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stop
25h 14mAKL-ORD
$2,561
30/4Tue
multi-stop
35h 41mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stop
25h 14mAKL-ORD
$2,566
30/4Tue
multi-stop
35h 41mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stop
33h 04mAKL-ORD
$2,571
1/5Wed
multi-stopAir Canada
30h 20mORD-AKL
13/5Mon
multi-stopAir Canada
40h 13mAKL-ORD
$2,670
30/4Tue
multi-stopAir Tahiti Nui
35h 41mORD-AKL
2/5Thu
multi-stopAir Tahiti Nui
25h 19mAKL-ORD
$2,705
30/4Tue
multi-stopAir Canada
31h 10mORD-AKL
15/5Wed
multi-stopAir Canada
41h 49mAKL-ORD
$2,905
30/4Tue
multi-stopAir New Zealand
18h 40mORD-AKL
12/5Sun
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 23mAKL-ORD
$3,391
1/5Wed
multi-stopAir New Zealand
38h 53mORD-AKL
13/5Mon
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 23mAKL-ORD
$3,398
28/4Sun
multi-stopQantas Airways
27h 33mORD-AKL
30/4Tue
multi-stopQantas Airways
45h 49mAKL-ORD
$3,600
29/4Mon
multi-stopQantas Airways
26h 15mORD-AKL
1/5Wed
multi-stopQantas Airways
38h 05mAKL-ORD
$3,714

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Flights to Auckland

Destination:

Auckland (AKL)New Zealand

Return flight deals:

Auckland - Chicago

Cabin classes:

$3,116

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