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?

On the Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 42%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,391 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,370 – a $979 difference. 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?

Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile and River North. These are among 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 $2,282 to $5,575. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 $3,190, which is 146% 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 17 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include: • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Europcar • Hertz • Dollar • Ace

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 $1,862 to $2,163, with an average of $2,102 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,862 counts as a good deal.

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

Air New Zealand ($2,346) offered the cheapest return ticket from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

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Cheapest return flight

$2,282

Typical prices: $1,862-$2,163

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WLG - ORD • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

$2,664

Typical prices: $1,124-$1,330

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WLG - ORD • 2 stops

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February

Cheapest • 34% price drop

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Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

21:15 - 12:30WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

58h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Hong Kong Intl

14:10 - 16:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

31h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Auckland Intl

$2,282Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

17:10 - 00:59WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

16:00 - 13:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 25m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,346Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

17:10 - 00:45WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:35 - 13:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

25h 50m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,346Air New Zealand

Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

17:10 - 00:45WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:00 - 13:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 25m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,346Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

17:10 - 00:45WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:00 - 13:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 25m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,347Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec

17:10 - 00:45WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

15:00 - 10:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

24h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,347Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec

17:55 - 22:00WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

15:00 - 09:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

23h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,347Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

16:10 - 23:26WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 16m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:35 - 13:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

25h 50m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,351Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

17:10 - 00:45WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

16:35 - 14:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

26h 45m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,363Air New Zealand

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

10:10 - 13:30WLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Hong Kong Intl

14:10 - 16:25ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

31h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Auckland Intl

$2,392Multiple Airlines

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

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and is 34% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	December
High season	September
Cheapest flight	$2,664

Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)

Flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Wellington to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Wellington to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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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?
On the Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 42%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,391 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,370 – a $979 difference. 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?
Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile and River North. These are among 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 $2,282 to $5,575. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 $3,190, which is 146% 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 17 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Ace
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 $1,862 to $2,163, with an average of $2,102 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,862 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,391 – about $979 less than Tuesday (41% 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 $1,391 return in that month – typically $1,310 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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