Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Orlando.
Take your pick of 220 weekly Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. The 05:06 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Frontier Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:07.
Leave enough time to catch your MCO to ORD flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Fly nonstop to Chicago with these top carriers and discover this amazing part of United States:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is American Airlines.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers MCO to ORD flights. A reliable 81.27% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MCO and ORD:
McGhee Tyson Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, R 713 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,489. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to ORD.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCO to ORD.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights complete their journey on time.
Orlando International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MCO:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Orlando International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCO to ORD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
