Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 8 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London.
Flights from LHR to ORD start at 08:10 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 15:45 with British Airways. Overall, there are 90 weekly London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to ORD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Chicago (and then other parts of United States) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
With a dependable 92.62% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier for LHR to ORD flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and ORD:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Dublin Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is Rs94,276. A round-trip fare right now is Rs127,700. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to ORD by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 55 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.
