Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 10 minutes.
Montego Bay's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Montego Bay one hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from ORD to MBJ start at 07:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 09:45 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your ORD to MBJ flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Montego Bay (and then seeing more of Jamaica!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers ORD to MBJ flights is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 75.0% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ORD and MBJ include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
At the moment, Rs43,955 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs99,758. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ORD to MBJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ORD to MBJ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights leaving Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MBJ instead:
Pick up a Montego Bay Airport rental car and discover Montego Bay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Montego Bay Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Montego Bay. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montego Bay Airport for August if you want to visit Montego Bay during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to MBJ in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Jamaica
Kingston is just one of the many cities in Jamaica waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Montego Bay. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Jamaica, consider Spanish Town, roughly 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. First Iron Bridge In The Caribbean, St. Jago De La Vega Cathedral and People's Museum of Craft & Technology are the start of reasons to visit.
