Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
A direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 1 minute. The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, so it's 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport start from 05:50 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The latest flight is the 22:55 option with Delta Air Lines. In total, there are 165 weekly services from ORD to ATL.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the ORD - ATL route include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Central Illinois Regional Airport
Indianapolis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is R 551. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,103. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ORD to ATL.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from ORD to ATL. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll tell you when the price changes.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you're on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ATL:
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to the centre of Atlanta is about 17 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 9 minutes.
When to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Atlanta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to ATL in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flights from ORD to ATL, you'll want to find a place to stay in Atlanta. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Atlanta travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Piedmont Park.
Complete your Atlanta trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Atlanta.
