Flying from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Atlanta's main airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Check out your options for departing from this terminal when searching for flights from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
2 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport flight.
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Atlanta.
With 115 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from ATL to ORD is with Frontier Airlines at 10:58pm.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Atlanta to ORD.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Get there in one go from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Direct flights from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) can be booked from here.
Direct flights from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport are offered by a variety of airlines at ATL. Fly with any of these:
Delta Air Lines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from ATL to ORD.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
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76.64% of flights leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Chicago. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 446 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport. Return flights start from R 891. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Atlanta to ORD. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Chicago. August is when most people book flights from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Atlanta to ORD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
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