Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB to ORD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CMB and ORD:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is Rs161,866. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs246,621. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CMB to ORD if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CMB to ORD.
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Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
69% of flights leaving from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
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 Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Grab a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Chicago in March.
Book your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CMB to ORD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
