What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to New Zealand?

Air Tahiti Nui, Air New Zealand, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to New Zealand

How long is the flight from Illinois to New Zealand?

The flight from Illinois to New Zealand depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Chicago (a popular airport in Illinois) to Auckland (the most popular airport in New Zealand), then the flight time is 19h 27m on average. If you fly from Moline (another popular airport in Illinois) to Auckland, then the average flight time is 41h 46m.

What airlines fly to New Zealand?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Illinois according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to New Zealand?

Prices for flights from Illinois to New Zealand are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to New Zealand?

The number of operators available for flights from Illinois to New Zealand is 7 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to New Zealand?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to New Zealand can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New Zealand. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:00 pm - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

28h 45m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 10:04 pm

AKL

ORD

25h 04m

2 stops

$825Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16

5:15 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

38h 30m

2 stops

7:00 am - 5:35 am

AKL

ORD

39h 35m

2 stops

$829Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8

5:15 am - 11:15 pm

ORD

AKL

49h 00m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 5:35 am

AKL

ORD

32h 35m

2 stops

$842Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1

5:15 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

38h 30m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 11:27 pm

AKL

ORD

26h 27m

2 stops

$861Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

6:21 am - 2:05 pm

STL

AKL

38h 44m

2 stops

1:25 pm - 11:59 pm

AKL

STL

27h 34m

2 stops

$1,242Qantas Airways

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

6:21 am - 12:30 am

STL

AKL

49h 09m

2 stops

6:00 am - 11:59 pm

AKL

STL

34h 59m

2 stops

$1,269Qantas Airways

Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18

9:15 am - 6:50 am

STL

AKL

28h 35m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 12:30 am

AKL

STL

28h 30m

2 stops

$1,295Delta

Thu, May 14 - Thu, May 21

8:30 pm - 7:10 am

STL

AKL

41h 40m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 5:47 am

AKL

STL

32h 57m

1 stop

$1,309United Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18

1:59 pm - 6:50 am

STL

AKL

23h 51m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:29 pm

AKL

STL

25h 29m

2 stops

$1,365China Eastern

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

8:30 am - 12:10 am

STL

WLG

46h 40m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 4:57 pm

WLG

STL

40h 57m

3 stops

$1,975United Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

Air Tahiti Nui flights from Illinois to New Zealand

Our best Air Tahiti Nui deals on Illinois to New Zealand flight tickets

Air Tahiti Nui

May 5

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

2 stops

AKL12:10 pmAuckland Intl

May 10

AKL3:35 pmAuckland Intl

25h 24m

2 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,076

Air Tahiti Nui

Apr 17

ORD1:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 52m

2 stops

AKL12:10 pmAuckland Intl

Apr 26

AKL3:35 pmAuckland Intl

37h 45m

2 stops

ORD12:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,087

Air Tahiti Nui

May 19

ORD1:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 34m

2 stops

AKL12:10 pmAuckland Intl

May 26

AKL3:15 pmAuckland Intl

23h 30m

2 stops

ORD9:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,089

Air New Zealand flights from Illinois to New Zealand

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Illinois to New Zealand flight tickets

Air New Zealand

May 6

STL8:30 amLambert-St Louis

28h 30m

1 stop

AKL6:00 amAuckland Intl

May 18

AKL7:50 pmAuckland Intl

19h 40m

1 stop

STL10:30 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,427

Air New Zealand

May 14

STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis

30h 30m

1 stop

AKL5:30 amAuckland Intl

May 21

AKL1:50 pmAuckland Intl

21h 27m

1 stop

STL6:17 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,441

Air New Zealand

May 7

STL8:30 amLambert-St Louis

29h 40m

1 stop

AKL7:10 amAuckland Intl

May 14

AKL7:50 pmAuckland Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

STL9:30 amLambert-St Louis

$1,444

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ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

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Sat 5/9

3:00 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/16

2:00 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$825

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

5:15 am-12:45 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/8

7:00 am-5:35 am

2 stops39h 35m

$829

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/24

5:15 am-11:15 pm

2 stops49h 00m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/1

2:00 pm-5:35 am

2 stops32h 35m

$842

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

5:15 am-12:45 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/27

2:00 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$861

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/12

6:21 am-2:05 pm

2 stops38h 44m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/19

1:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,242

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/6

6:21 am-12:30 am

2 stops49h 09m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/18

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,269

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/14

9:15 am-6:50 am

2 stops28h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/21

1:00 pm-12:30 am

2 stops28h 30m

$1,295

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/6

8:30 pm-7:10 am

2 stops41h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/18

1:50 pm-5:47 am

1 stop32h 57m

$1,309

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St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/7

1:59 pm-6:50 am

2 stops23h 51m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$1,365

St. LouisWellington

STL - WLG

STLWLG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/12

8:30 am-12:10 am

2 stops46h 40m

Wellington

Tue 5/19

5:00 pm-4:57 pm

3 stops40h 57m

$1,975

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from Illinois is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,051, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New Zealand during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,106.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,450. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Illinois to New Zealand on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,261. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around $1,420 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from Illinois for as low as $1,029 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to New Zealand flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to New Zealand flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 27m
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The fastest flight from Illinois to New Zealand takes 19h 27m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to New Zealand. There are no popular flight routes from Illinois to New Zealand.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Illinois to New Zealand are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to New Zealand?
The number of operators available for flights from Illinois to New Zealand is 7 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to New Zealand?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to New Zealand can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New Zealand. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to New Zealand

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Illinois to New Zealand with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,359 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,861 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 237 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,527 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $849	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,014 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,514 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,061	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 623 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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