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

Air Canada, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand 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 20h 15m on average. If you fly from Moline (another popular airport in Illinois) to Auckland, then the average flight time is 27h 35m.

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 54% 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 July 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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10:16 am - 11:15 pm

ORD

AKL

43h 59m

3 stops

2:00 pm - 6:17 am

AKL

ORD

33h 17m

2 stops

$979Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

9:20 am - 12:05 pm

ORD

CHC

33h 45m

3 stops

1:05 pm - 5:59 am

CHC

ORD

33h 54m

2 stops

$1,016Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20

6:00 am - 2:05 pm

STL

AKL

39h 05m

2 stops

8:20 am - 6:05 pm

AKL

STL

26h 45m

2 stops

$1,087Qantas Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

6:13 pm - 8:30 pm

STL

AKL

31h 17m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 3:00 pm

AKL

STL

20h 40m

1 stop

$1,122Qantas Airways

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 23

3:59 pm - 9:25 am

STL

AKL

22h 26m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 3:00 pm

AKL

STL

20h 40m

1 stop

$1,123Qantas Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Dec 30

8:28 am - 9:10 am

STL

AKL

29h 42m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 10:10 pm

AKL

STL

25h 20m

1 stop

$1,129United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

7:05 pm - 9:10 am

STL

AKL

19h 05m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 8:34 pm

AKL

STL

23h 44m

2 stops

$1,133United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

8:28 am - 5:45 am

STL

AKL

26h 17m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 6:03 pm

AKL

STL

21h 13m

1 stop

$1,253Air New Zealand

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

3:00 pm - 9:25 am

ORD

CHC

24h 25m

2 stops

6:30 am - 2:36 pm

CHC

ORD

26h 06m

2 stops

$1,561Air New Zealand

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13

3:30 pm - 12:05 am

ORD

WLG

38h 35m

2 stops

6:05 am - 7:43 pm

WLG

ORD

32h 38m

3 stops

$1,692Air Canada

Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 17

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Qatar Airways flights from Illinois to New Zealand

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Qatar Airways

Aug 20

STL11:35 amLambert-St Louis

42h 55m

3 stops

AKL11:30 pmAuckland Intl

Sep 3

AKL5:15 pmAuckland Intl

47h 19m

3 stops

STL11:34 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,787

Qatar Airways

Aug 20

STL11:35 amLambert-St Louis

42h 55m

3 stops

AKL11:30 pmAuckland Intl

Sep 3

AKL5:15 pmAuckland Intl

47h 19m

3 stops

STL11:34 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,827

Qatar Airways

Dec 29

STL5:30 amLambert-St Louis

48h 00m

3 stops

AKL12:30 amAuckland Intl

Jan 29

AKL5:45 pmAuckland Intl

47h 59m

3 stops

STL10:44 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,830

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

Jul 5

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 10m

2 stops

AKL12:10 pmAuckland Intl

Jul 12

AKL3:35 pmAuckland Intl

30h 34m

2 stops

ORD5:09 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,792

Air Tahiti Nui

Jul 9

ORD8:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

46h 21m

2 stops

AKL12:10 pmAuckland Intl

Jul 19

AKL3:35 pmAuckland Intl

30h 34m

2 stops

ORD5:09 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,797

Air Tahiti Nui

Jul 5

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 10m

2 stops

AKL12:10 pmAuckland Intl

Jul 14

AKL3:15 pmAuckland Intl

41h 44m

2 stops

ORD3:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,947

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ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

10:16 am-11:15 pm

3 stops43h 59m

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/24

2:00 pm-6:17 am

2 stops33h 17m

$979

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

9:20 am-12:05 pm

3 stops33h 45m

Christchurch

Thu 8/20

1:05 pm-5:59 am

2 stops33h 54m

$1,016

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STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/24

8:20 am-6:05 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,087

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/21

6:13 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops31h 17m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/23

1:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$1,122

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/1

3:59 pm-9:25 am

1 stop22h 26m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/30

1:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$1,123

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/14

8:28 am-9:10 am

1 stop29h 42m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/18

3:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$1,129

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St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/14

7:05 pm-9:10 am

1 stop19h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/18

3:50 pm-8:34 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$1,133

St. LouisAuckland

STL - AKL

STLAKL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/11

8:28 am-5:45 am

1 stop26h 17m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/18

3:50 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop21h 13m

$1,253

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

3:00 pm-9:25 am

2 stops24h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 10/13

6:30 am-2:36 pm

2 stops26h 06m

$1,561

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

3:30 pm-12:05 am

2 stops38h 35m

Wellington

Tue 11/17

6:05 am-7:43 pm

3 stops32h 38m

$1,692

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to New Zealand

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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 August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $240.

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 $1,507 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 $1,079 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to New Zealand flight.

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

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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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 July 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 7.8 8,453 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 246 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $735	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,291 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,763 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $835	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,056 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,927 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,090	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 649 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Can I find flights from Illinois to New Zealand with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Illinois to New Zealand with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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