Flying from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as St Louis.
Choose from 117 weekly Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:27.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your STL to ORD flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Chicago (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
American Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating STL to ORD flights is United Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 74.16% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between STL and ORD include:
General Mitchell International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is Rs13,592. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs27,191. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from STL to ORD by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from STL to ORD.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, 78.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Lambert-St. Louis International Airport from central St Louis, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near STL:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lambert-St. Louis International 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 top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STL to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
