Travelling from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Decatur and Chicago share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Flights from DEC to ORD start from 09:42 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 18:55 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 12 weekly Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights.
Your DEC to ORD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
United is your gateway to discovering Chicago (and maybe even some other exciting corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport offered by this airline.
United is the top choice for travellers on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers DEC to ORD flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 1,577 is the lowest price for a one-way Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,406. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from DEC to ORD, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DEC to ORD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Decatur Airport (DEC)
DEC is located at 910 S Airport Rd.
Of all flights departing from Decatur Airport, 50% land on time at their destination.
Decatur Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Decatur. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DEC? If you've booked an early flight from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you have a late Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Go where the road takes you with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Chicago and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Chicago in March.
Lock in your flight from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEC to ORD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its leading attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are key highlights.
