Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, making Chicago seven hours behind Bilbao.
To ensure you get on your BIO to ORD flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BIO and ORD include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is Rs93,754. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs112,772. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BIO to ORD if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BIO to ORD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart BIO arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to BIO:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Bilbao Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BIO to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
