Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 8 hours 25 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, making Chicago six hours behind Dublin.
Choose from 22 weekly Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Aer Lingus is the earliest you can take. Aer Lingus operates the latest service of the day at 16:40.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DUB to ORD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can travel nonstop to Chicago, the United States. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Aer Lingus on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers DUB to ORD flights is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 79.2% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DUB and ORD:
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 4,788 is the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 7,482. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from DUB to ORD, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DUB to ORD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DUB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're getting in on a late Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near ORD:
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Reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Dublin Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to ORD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
