Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Chicago is one hour behind Orlando and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Take your pick of 110 weekly Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. The 05:40 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight available. Frontier Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:17.
To ensure you catch your MCO to ORD flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport to choose from. When planning your Chicago trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of the United States:
Most passengers choose to fly with United on this route.
With a reliable 80.43% of services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier operating MCO to ORD flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MCO and ORD include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Indianapolis Airport
Port Columbus Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is Rs17,940. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs32,826. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to ORD.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCO to ORD.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from Orlando International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Orlando International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're landing on a late Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chicago in March.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
