Travelling from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Medellin. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Medellin to ORD.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to ORD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The journey from central Medellin to MDE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
76% of flights that leave from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
EOH is about 5 kilometres from central Medellin. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to ORD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport, central Chicago is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, R 4,244 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,362. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to ORD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
January is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Medellin to ORD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres southeast to Indianapolis to check off its leading sights. From Lucas Oil Stadium to Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres north of Chicago, Milwaukee is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
