Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pisa International Airport (PSA): what you need to know
The timezone in Pisa is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your ORD to PSA flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pisa International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and PSA:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pisa International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Consider booking a hotel close to PSA if you're taking a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pisa International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Pisa International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, ECH or RentSmart24 and discover more of Pisa and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Pisa International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to central Pisa
Pisa International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Pisa. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Pisa International Airport (PSA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pisa International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Pisa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pisa International Airport for August if you want to explore Pisa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to PSA in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Pisa, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its leading sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Milan is another essential stop in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Pisa. No trip is complete without visiting Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
