Flying from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 6 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. There are 220 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Frontier Airlines at 23:07. Choose the first MCO to ORD departure with Frontier Airlines at 05:06 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Orlando to ORD.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Direct flights from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) operate from here.
Numerous airlines at MCO operate direct flights from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport. The most popular include:
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it'll take around 22 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you have a late flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago is about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 54 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport is $65. The cheapest price for a return flight is $124. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Orlando to ORD if you book 7 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey tend to be at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Orlando to ORD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Orlando to O'Hare International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are highlights which should feature on every Chicago itinerary.
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