Flying from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), you'll have your choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 55 minutes. That's the average time for a direct London to O'Hare International Airport flight.
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
With 54 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:30am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from LHR to ORD is with British Airways at 3:45pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to ORD, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can find a direct flight from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from London to O'Hare International Airport leaving from LHR include:
The top choice among passengers flying between LHR and ORD is United Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is United Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to ORD. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to O'Hare International Airport, check out these options when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ORD flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Reserve a flight ticket from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) departing from Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between STN and ORD are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The trip to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to O'Hare International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late flight from London to O'Hare International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your London to O'Hare International Airport flight.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago is around 26 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Rs83,225 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to O'Hare International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs114,313. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to ORD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap London to O'Hare International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Chicago. August is when most people book flights from London to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your London to ORD flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from London to O'Hare International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago are must-visits when exploring Chicago.
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