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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Auckland to Chicago departing on 18/9. 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 Auckland to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Auckland to Chicago (AKL-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Auckland to Chicago 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.

Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Chicago

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Chicago.
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08:00 - 06:42AKL-ORD
39h 42m2 stops
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08:37 - 06:00ORD-AKL
28h 23m1 stop
$1,823
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Sun, 11 May - Sun, 18 May
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06:00 - 06:42AKL-ORD
41h 42m3 stops
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20:12 - 12:40ORD-AKL
47h 28m3 stops
$1,919
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Wed, 14 May - Wed, 13 Aug
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19:45 - 11:27AKL-ORD
32h 42m1 stop
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21:50 - 05:30ORD-AKL
38h 40m1 stop
$2,032United Airlines
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Fri, 1 Aug - Sat, 2 Aug
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06:00 - 15:55AKL-ORD
26h 55m2 stops
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18:30 - 15:05ORD-AKL
51h 35m2 stops
$2,053Qantas Airways
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Thu, 29 May - Mon, 9 Jun
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13:25 - 23:59AKL-ORD
27h 34m2 stops
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19:13 - 14:05ORD-AKL
25h 52m2 stops
$2,068Qantas Airways
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Wed, 30 Apr - Tue, 20 May
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19:40 - 22:58AKL-ORD
20h 18m1 stop
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15:54 - 06:00ORD-AKL
21h 06m1 stop
$2,343Air New Zealand
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Wed, 14 May - Wed, 13 Aug
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19:40 - 08:01AKL-ORD
29h 21m1 stop
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19:40 - 06:00ORD-AKL
41h 20m1 stop
$2,404Air New Zealand
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Thu, 29 May - Mon, 9 Jun
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13:50 - 17:08AKL-ORD
20h 18m1 stop
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10:35 - 06:00ORD-AKL
26h 25m2 stops
$2,428United Airlines
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Mon, 12 May - Mon, 11 Aug
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19:55 - 12:32AKL-ORD
57h 37m2 stops
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14:00 - 15:05ORD-AKL
32h 05m3 stops
$2,644Air Canada
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Wed, 7 May - Tue, 13 May
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19:55 - 22:06AKL-ORD
43h 11m3 stops
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13:00 - 15:05ORD-AKL
33h 05m3 stops
$2,982Air Canada
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Wed, 7 May - Tue, 13 May

KAYAK's insights & trends for Auckland to Chicago flights

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

What is the cheapest Auckland to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Auckland to Chicago.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Auckland to Chicago cost $2,203 and was between Auckland (AKL) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $2,203.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Chicago, 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 Auckland to Chicago is February, where tickets cost $1,668 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,487 and $2,357 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Auckland to Chicago?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $962, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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January

High season

June

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Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Auckland to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Auckland to Chicago

  • What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Chicago was $530 for a one-way ticket and $1,079 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Auckland to Chicago?

    Auckland airport is called Auckland Intl and the only airport in Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Chicago?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Auckland to Chicago, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Auckland to Chicago are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $2,364 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,025 and an overall rating of 7.5.

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

    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 Auckland to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Auckland 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 Auckland to Chicago?

    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 Chicago with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline.

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

    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 Chicago from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top 4 airlines serving from Auckland to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Auckland to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 464 reviews
7.4Entertainment
7.2Food
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.5Crew
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Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025AKL - IAH
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Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

Sitting in an aisle seat equals getting hit by food cart and spilled on multiple times Food: gross and minimalistic Crew: frumpy and kurt Sound on multiple entertainment platforms poor Not an earplug problem, system soundboard poor

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

I liked the service, the menu, and the comfort of the seats! Even tho we were seated by the bathrooms, the reclining seats and movie selection was very good, my husband and I didn’t mind at all

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

Complaint is with American Airlines which delayed our flight from salt lake to Dallas reaulting in us missing our connection to Brisbane. Had to spend 24 hours in Dallas to wait for the next flight. Awful experience and ruined my wife’s birthday.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

I have flown Qantas multiple times in the past it seemed this flight the plane had less seat room or the seats were way less comfortable than before. Everything else was about the same. Thanks

Planes was old - business class seats looked like they were installed in the 80s

Our baggage didn’t arrive with us on the plane. Need I say more?

American Airlines was their usual junk service — but at least it got us down to LA. I was more irritated that while they codeshare with Alaska Airlines in Seattle, they could not out our flight on one of these, opting for one of the small SkyWest operated American Eagle flights — and causing a 14 hour layover. Which I accepted due to a $2000 difference in airfare — that said it was irritating for a flight that usually would have cost around $100 extra, if that.

nothing to complain about w/the food, and professionalism of the crew. i just cant stand being on a flight for that long of a time.

Overall poor for me I paid extra for seats with leg room and my regional flights exit row seats have less leg room then the others that's money that could have been saved and on my final flight home the flights air was not operating it was unbearably hot in the cabin I will be contacting United and filing a DOT complaint

It was my first time with United Airlines and I would say it was very good experience and best of all the flights were on time. Will definitely fly with United Airlines next time.

Very modern plane. Good seat spacing. Meals were good. Screens had tons of movies and worked

There's just no way to sit fully upright and comfortably in these seats. There needs to be 2 more inches of room, and that's not something that only one person on the flight needs - the whole flight needs 2 more inches of room. If that means you sell 6 less seats, so be it. It's too close for anyone. Forcing people to pay for "premium" economy just to get "barely enough space to breathe" isn't really an answer to that.

The crew were very nice. The Chocolate is good and v there’s no entertainment. Thanks

The crew were very nice. I would have appreciated a pillow for comfort. I had a special meal that was sloppy, but the salad was great. Thanks

The plane was in Moline all night. Consequently, we assumed an on time departure at 8:15am. Unfortunately, and as is the normal case with United in Moline, we departed 2.5 hours late. When the crew came, it was discovered that there was very little heat in the plane. Seems this should have been checked hours before the crew arrived. Then when we boarded and the plane was to be de-iced, the United de-icing truck was not working! We awaited the American Airlines truck. All of this caused us to miss our connection in Chicago. My suggestion is never take United Airlines flight from Moline. We have been disappointed 80% of the time and have vowed to not take United again from Moline.

Flight was delayed two hours. No snacks and no tv screens. My bag got stuck in Chicago

The aircrew was solid, the flight was chill, I had no issues. The gate agent was not the best. I was trying to use a military bag upgrade to move my bag from under the seat to the overhead bins and he told me there’s no overhead bins on the plane, argued with me why booking put a military member in basic economy (I don’t really understand this) and made it an issue to even try to help me stating I’d have to call reservations to get a bag upgrade. When every other agent with United can add it at the gate, this man couldn’t be bothered.

lots of delays the crew were unclear about where to pick up my carry-on, which they took from me to check in on the plane.

Everything was made rather simple, so I appreciate that. All the people I dealt with from entering the airport in Jacksonville to my lonnnnnnng walk to my next gate in Chicago were excellent and very helpful.

Crammed in like cattle waited 30 mins for late connecting flight (flight didn’t wait for me for me when I missed my connection at 2 different airports on outward journey)

Terrible. 3 missed flights and 24 hours delayed with lost bag and promised $100 compensation from United and absolutely nothing from them…

It was a lovely flight. Very attentive crew, comfortable seats, good food and entertainment. Highly recommended. Only difficulty was with their app.

Terrible. Flight was delayed for hours and we ended up arriving at our home at 4am after 20+ hours flying.

Staff was friendly helpful also good timing I rate it a 10 out of 10

Flight was cancelled around 45 -1hr minutes before scheduled take off time due to mechanical issues we hadn’t even boarded yet. Had to reroute to Orlando so someone had to drive 2 1/2 to come and get me… the alternative was go through Toronto and get a later flight which didn’t work for my schedule. The flight attendants barely gave anyone a smile…not the same as flying when a client/passenger was important. Very disappointed. By the way I have never ever made a complaint online about any company with feedback…even when I probably should have. The only good experience was the boarding desk associates who were very professional and got me on another flight with my checked bags…very nice team.

Actually as my experience with air Canada from Canada to Newark it was crazy for me because it was a lot of delays which for me it shouldn’t be like that, but I was able to coup with it so that was my experience I hope next time they will do good on that thanks.

Boarding was challenging as we had to use the stairs from the tarmac. Stairs are okay but a roller bag makes it challenging.

Ensure prepaid food arrangements are appropriately understood by flight crew of who purchased and who did not

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