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 48% 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.

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 25h 15m on average. If you fly from Moline (another popular airport in Illinois) to Auckland, then the average flight time is 29h 15m.

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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to New Zealand

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 May 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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6:35 am - 7:20 pm

STL

AKL

43h 45m

2 stops

8:20 am - 11:59 pm

AKL

STL

32h 39m

2 stops

$864Qantas Airways

Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 8

6:35 am - 4:50 pm

STL

AKL

41h 15m

2 stops

8:20 am - 11:59 pm

AKL

STL

32h 39m

2 stops

$924Qantas Airways

Mon, Jun 22 - Fri, Jul 10

7:15 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

36h 30m

3 stops

7:00 am - 5:28 am

AKL

ORD

39h 28m

3 stops

$949Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 17

7:15 am - 12:45 pm

ORD

AKL

36h 30m

3 stops

2:00 pm - 8:53 pm

AKL

ORD

47h 53m

3 stops

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 22

3:51 pm - 9:25 am

ORD

CHC

22h 34m

2 stops

6:00 am - 2:37 pm

CHC

ORD

27h 37m

2 stops

$1,567Air New Zealand

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

6:20 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

ZQN

29h 20m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 8:22 pm

ZQN

ORD

25h 07m

2 stops

$1,608Air New Zealand

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Mar 10

3:55 pm - 2:45 pm

ORD

WLG

28h 50m

3 stops

6:00 am - 2:41 pm

WLG

ORD

26h 41m

2 stops

$1,763Air Canada

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 27

3:55 pm - 2:45 pm

ORD

WLG

28h 50m

3 stops

6:00 am - 4:49 pm

WLG

ORD

28h 49m

3 stops

$1,768Air Canada

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 27

1:38 pm - 8:10 am

STL

WLG

25h 32m

3 stops

5:45 pm - 11:57 pm

WLG

STL

23h 12m

3 stops

$2,740United Airlines

Fri, Jun 12 - Fri, Jun 19

7:23 pm - 11:20 am

STL

WLG

22h 57m

2 stops

3:55 pm - 6:17 pm

WLG

STL

43h 22m

2 stops

$5,403United Airlines

Thu, Jul 2 - Sun, Jul 5

Alaska Airlines flights from Illinois to New Zealand

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Illinois to New Zealand flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

Sep 12

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 20m

3 stops

AKL1:20 pmAuckland Intl

Sep 19

AKL1:25 pmAuckland Intl

33h 57m

3 stops

ORD6:22 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,449

Alaska Airlines

Sep 14

ORD3:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 58m

3 stops

AKL4:50 pmAuckland Intl

Oct 21

AKL6:00 amAuckland Intl

42h 20m

3 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,472

Alaska Airlines

Sep 14

ORD3:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 58m

3 stops

AKL4:50 pmAuckland Intl

Oct 21

AKL6:00 amAuckland Intl

42h 20m

3 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,476

United Airlines flights from Illinois to New Zealand

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to New Zealand flight tickets

United Airlines

Jun 23

STL7:23 pmLambert-St Louis

18h 47m

1 stop

AKL7:10 amAuckland Intl

Jul 6

AKL1:50 pmAuckland Intl

39h 21m

2 stops

STL12:11 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,816

United Airlines

Jun 23

STL7:23 pmLambert-St Louis

18h 47m

1 stop

AKL7:10 amAuckland Intl

Jul 11

AKL1:50 pmAuckland Intl

21h 27m

1 stop

STL6:17 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,862

United Airlines

Jun 23

STL1:38 pmLambert-St Louis

24h 32m

2 stops

AKL7:10 amAuckland Intl

Jul 11

AKL1:50 pmAuckland Intl

21h 27m

1 stop

STL6:17 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,866

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STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/24

6:35 am-7:20 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/8

8:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$864

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/22

6:35 am-4:50 pm

2 stops41h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/10

8:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$924

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/9

7:15 am-12:45 pm

3 stops36h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/17

7:00 am-5:28 am

3 stops39h 28m

$949

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/7

7:15 am-12:45 pm

3 stops36h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/22

2:00 pm-8:53 pm

3 stops47h 53m

$1,022

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/1

3:51 pm-9:25 am

2 stops22h 34m

Christchurch

Wed 11/11

6:00 am-2:37 pm

2 stops27h 37m

$1,567

ChicagoQueenstown

ORD - ZQN

ORDZQN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/22

6:20 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/10

2:15 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops25h 07m

$1,608

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

3:55 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops28h 50m

Wellington

Tue 10/27

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$1,763

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

3:55 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops28h 50m

Wellington

Tue 10/27

6:00 am-4:49 pm

3 stops28h 49m

$1,768

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St. LouisWellington

STL - WLG

STLWLG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 6/12

1:38 pm-8:10 am

3 stops25h 32m

Wellington

Fri 6/19

5:45 pm-11:57 pm

3 stops23h 12m

$2,740

St. LouisWellington

STL - WLG

STLWLG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 7/2

7:23 pm-11:20 am

2 stops22h 57m

Wellington

Sun 7/5

3:55 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops43h 22m

$5,403

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $142, 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 May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $242.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois 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 $1,438 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 $1,031 on momondo.

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

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Fastest flight time	18h 47m
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The fastest flight from Illinois to New Zealand takes 18h 47m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to New Zealand

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 May 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

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Delta	PriceFrom $407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,047 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 241 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,662 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $836	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,037 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,729 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,061	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 645 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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