Flying from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Dusseldorf. Check out your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when searching for a flight from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is six hours behind Dusseldorf.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Dusseldorf to ORD.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to ORD leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Dusseldorf to DUS takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Dusseldorf International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Break up your flight from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport with a stop at Copenhagen Airport (CPH). One of the main stopovers between Weeze Airport and ORD, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Weeze Airport the day before your Dusseldorf to ORD flight:
Flights from Weeze Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80.87% of them touching down as planned.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Have a late flight from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near ORD and fast-forward to bedtime:
Go where the road takes you with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Chicago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport flight.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago is around 26 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport is R 5,871. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,089. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to ORD, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). August is when most people visit Chicago. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
Lock in a Dusseldorf to ORD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to O'Hare International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago are leading attractions which should feature on every Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
Milwaukee is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres north of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
