Travelling from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago seven hours behind Ljubljana.
To ensure you get on your LJU to ORD flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LJU and ORD:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is R 6,295. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 11,790. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LJU to ORD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
80% of flights departing from Ljubljana Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from LJU.
To reach Ljubljana Airport from central Ljubljana, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LJU:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
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When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Ljubljana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LJU to ORD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, your itinerary will be busy.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
