Travelling from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is seven hours behind Basel and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BSL to ORD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BSL and ORD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 6,506 is currently the best price for a one-way Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,149. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BSL to ORD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BSL to ORD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
81% of flights leaving Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of BSL.
To reach Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport from central Basel, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BSL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ORD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chicago. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
