Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Bilbao.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BIO to ORD flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BIO and ORD:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, R 4,800 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,490. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BIO to ORD, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from BIO to ORD is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BIO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel close to ORD if you're catching a late Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Chicago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Chicago. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Bilbao Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BIO to ORD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without experiencing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
