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 51% on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,443 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,901, a difference of $1,457. 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 $1,814 to $7,595. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $3,971, which is 196% 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 18 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 rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 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 $2,080 to $2,230, with an average of $2,168 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,080 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Return flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $2,080 to $2,230. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,814 on American Airlines.

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 34% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

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

American Airlines ($1,814) and Air New Zealand ($2,299) 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

$1,814

Typical prices: $2,080-$2,230

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WLG - ORD • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

$2,842

Typical prices: $1,312-$1,393

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WLG - ORD • 2 stops

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February

Cheapest • 33% price drop

October

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Recent return flight deals from Wellington to O'Hare Intl

Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

09:40 - 18:29WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

08:17 - 17:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

38h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$1,814American Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

09:40 - 18:29WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

08:17 - 17:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

38h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$1,820American Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

09:40 - 05:02WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 22m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

17:59 - 17:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

28h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$1,841American Airlines

12 hours ago

Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

09:40 - 05:02WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 22m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

17:59 - 17:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

28h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$1,845American Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

17:55 - 05:20WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

16:30 - 14:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 50m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,299Air New Zealand

2 days ago

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

21:15 - 02:59WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

48h 44m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

12:55 - 08:40ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

24h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,430Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

07:40 - 06:14WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

41h 34m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Los Angeles

07:00 - 14:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

36h 50m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,478Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr

06:05 - 16:55WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

10:37 - 14:45ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

35h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,481American Airlines

14 hours ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr

06:05 - 06:00WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

19:17 - 14:45ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 28m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,481American Airlines

14 hours ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Sun, 11 Apr

06:05 - 16:55WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

11:12 - 14:45ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

34h 33m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,481American Airlines

14 hours ago

Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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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 February.
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 34% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

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High season	October
Cheapest flight	$1,814

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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 $2,080 to $2,230, with an average of $2,168 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,080 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 $1,814 to $7,595. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $3,971, which is 196% 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 rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 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 51% on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,443 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,901, a difference of $1,457.

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 18 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 Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,443, about $1,457 less than Monday fares (50% 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 February. Fares historically average $1,443 return in that month – typically $835 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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