Flying from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Guayaquil and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your GYE to ORD flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Guayaquil Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between GYE and ORD include:
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Handy information about Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
90% of flights departing from Guayaquil Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of GYE.
Central Guayaquil to Guayaquil Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near GYE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guayaquil Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guayaquil Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Guayaquil Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Guayaquil Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you want 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). Search for cheap tickets from GYE to ORD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
