Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Around 14 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Seoul is 15 hours ahead of Chicago and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
You can choose from seven weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. The 11:05 departure with Korean Air is the earliest you can take. Korean Air operates the latest service of the day at 12:30.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ORD to ICN flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Korean Air is your gateway to discovering Seoul (and maybe even some other great corners of South Korea!). Check out the direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Korean Air on this route.
Korean Air is the most punctual carrier operating ORD to ICN flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and ICN include:
Beijing Capital Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Rs133,393 is the lowest price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs236,086. These fares can change based on availability.
Book three months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ORD to ICN.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ORD to ICN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Book a hotel close to ICN if you're catching a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
From Incheon International Airport, Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Incheon International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to ICN in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC then.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to explore other corners of South Korea. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its leading sights. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Incheon is another must-experience destination in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No trip is complete without seeing INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest.


