Flying from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 59 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Toronto. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. There are 149 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with United at 21:00. Opt for the first YYZ to ORD departure operated by American Airlines at 06:19 if you want to get going earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Toronto to ORD.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Get there in one go from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are available from here.
At YYZ, you can choose from various airlines that offer direct flights from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport, including:
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) offers direct flights from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When departing from YTZ, you'll have your pick of airlines that have direct flights from Toronto to ORD. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to ORD, unwind in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Rs34,191 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport. Return flights start from Rs48,207. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To secure cheap tickets from Toronto to ORD, reserve your journey 8 months before the departure date.
To score the best deal on your tickets from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Chicago, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Chicago. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Toronto to ORD during then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Toronto to O'Hare International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
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