Travelling from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 6 hours 13 minutes. Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, making Chicago 3 hours ahead of Anchorage.
Flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport start at 00:45 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The last departure is the 23:59 service with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 16 weekly services between ANC and ORD.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between ANC and ORD:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is $284. The cheapest price for a return flight is $573. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from ANC to ORD.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from ANC to ORD every day.
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Handy information about Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Travelling from central Anchorage to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport takes approximately 38 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ANC:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're on a late flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ORD:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ANC to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
More about Chicago
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Chicago right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from ANC to ORD:
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Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
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