Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,458 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,445, a difference of $988. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

River North is one of the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,833 to $8,381. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

One-way fares from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $4,456, which is 228% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Wellington and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 19 hours behind Wellington (Central Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $114 for economy cars. Top options include: • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Europcar • Hertz • Ace • Dollar

How much should I expect to pay for a Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

Return flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,933 to $2,220, with an average of $2,141 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,933 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It's 32% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

American Airlines ($1,833) and Air New Zealand ($2,642) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest return flight

$1,833

Typical prices: $1,933-$2,220

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WLG - ORD • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

$2,878

Typical prices: $1,325-$1,407

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WLG - ORD • 2 stops

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March

Cheapest • 34% price drop

October

Most popular

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Recent return flight deals from Wellington to O'Hare Intl

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

12:35 - 06:29WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 54m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

21:14 - 08:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

64h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$1,833American Airlines

1 day ago

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

12:35 - 06:29WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 54m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

21:14 - 08:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

64h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$1,834American Airlines

2 days ago

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

12:35 - 06:29WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 54m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

21:14 - 08:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

64h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$1,856American Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

12:35 - 06:29WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 54m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

21:14 - 08:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

64h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$1,858American Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

17:10 - 22:59WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

14:23 - 09:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

24h 02m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$2,642Air New Zealand

2 days ago

Wed, 23 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

07:40 - 12:35WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

15:31 - 12:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 09m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,651American Airlines

1 day ago

Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

06:05 - 14:15WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

16:11 - 17:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$3,226Qantas Airways

3+ days ago

Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

15:05 - 05:49WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 44m3 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

05:40 - 09:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

32h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$3,447Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 6 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan

06:05 - 19:56WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 51m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

16:55 - 23:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

35h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,626Qantas Airways

3+ days ago

Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

17:10 - 00:53WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 43m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

08:59 - 10:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 06m3 stops Fort Lauderdale Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$3,646Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Booking Insights

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How much is a return flight from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in January.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It's 32% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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Cheapest flight	$1,833

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?
Return flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,933 to $2,220, with an average of $2,141 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,933 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,833 to $8,381. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?
One-way fares from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $4,456, which is 228% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $114 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Ace
• Dollar
Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,458 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,445, a difference of $988.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Wellington and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 19 hours behind Wellington (Central Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
River North is one of the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,458, about $988 less than Saturday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $1,416 return in that month –- typically $1,348 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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