Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast is 5 hours ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located. Belfast operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from ORD to Belfast, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're going away during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from ORD to Belfast that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You won't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 54 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ORD? If you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Belfast
$573 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast. A return flight starts from $1,031. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ORD to Belfast. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to BFS if you're catching a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
As soon as your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is approximately 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 22 minutes.
After your flight from ORD to Belfast, rest your head at a hotel near BHD. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Belfast, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ORD to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Belfast must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Botanic Gardens.
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