Travelling from Skopje Airport (SKP) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is seven hours behind Skopje and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SKP to ORD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Skopje Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SKP and ORD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Handy information about Skopje Airport (SKP)
85% of flights leaving Skopje Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SKP.
Central Skopje to Skopje Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SKP. Whether you have an early flight from Skopje Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ORD if you're catching a late Skopje Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Skopje Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Skopje Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SKP to ORD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.