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?

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 $809 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,378: a $569 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, Grant Park 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, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,199 to $2,691. 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 $1,834, which is 143% 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.

What car rental 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 $17 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?

Round-trip flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,083 to $1,258, with an average of $1,222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,083 counts as a good deal.

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

Qantas Airways ($1,199) and United Airlines ($1,203) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,199

Typical prices: $1,083-$1,258

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Cheapest one-way

$1,502

Typical prices: $653-$773

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February

Cheapest • 34% price drop

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wellington to Chicago

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

4:00 pm - 5:59 amWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 59m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith San Francisco

1:24 pm - 2:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 26m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,199Qantas Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 6:49 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 49m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

6:55 am - 8:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$1,203United Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 3

6:05 am - 4:05 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles

5:15 pm - 3:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

27h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,210Qantas Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 10

6:00 am - 8:22 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 22m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

3:00 pm - 1:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

27h 25m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$1,220United Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 3

6:05 am - 12:21 amWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 16m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl

7:00 am - 2:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

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

$1,222Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 10

12:50 pm - 6:49 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 59m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

12:40 pm - 1:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

29h 45m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$1,226United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Dec 3

6:05 am - 4:05 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles

3:25 pm - 3:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

29h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,227Qantas Airways

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

5:45 pm - 5:45 amWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

4:05 pm - 12:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

38h 05m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,229United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 10

5:10 pm - 9:45 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 35m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

10:25 am - 1:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

32h 00m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$1,243United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:05 am - 4:05 pmWLG Wellington-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles

6:45 pm - 11:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-WLG Wellington

34h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,258Qantas Airways

Booking Insights

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

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How much is a round-trip flight from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $1,199. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,083 to $1,258. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,199 on Qantas Airways.

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, it 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	$1,199

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When to book flights from Wellington to Chicago

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

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class
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?
Round-trip flights from Wellington to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,083 to $1,258, with an average of $1,222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,083 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, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,199 to $2,691. 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 $1,834, which is 143% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental 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 $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Ace
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?
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 $809 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,378: a $569 difference. 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 17 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?
Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $809 - about $569 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 $809 round-trip in that month - typically $762 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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