Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Wellington 18 hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ORD to WLG flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
At the moment, $885 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,874. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ORD to WLG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Wellington International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ORD to WLG.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ORD:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to WLG if you're on a late O'Hare International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Wellington International Airport rental car and discover Wellington and beyond with your own set of wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Wellington. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Wellington International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Wellington based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 21ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to WLG in July. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Christchurch is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. No journey is complete without visiting Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.