Travelling from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago one hour behind Wilmington.
Flights from ILM to ORD start at 09:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:31 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from three weekly Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ILM to ORD flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ILM and ORD include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 2,206 is currently the best price for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,369. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from ILM to ORD by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wilmington International Airport, data shows 79.81% of flights complete their journey on time.
Wilmington International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Wilmington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ILM:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're coming in on a late Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Wilmington International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ILM to ORD sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
