Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport is 13 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Doha is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
Flights from ORD to DOH start at 18:45 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The last departure is at 19:45 with Qatar Airways. In total, you can choose from ten weekly O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ORD to DOH flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Qatar Airways is your gateway to exploring Doha (and maybe even some other great parts of Qatar!). Browse the direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport offered by this carrier.
Qatar Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating ORD to DOH flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and DOH:
Queen Alia International Airport
Vienna International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight is R 6,276. A round-trip fare is currently R 15,408. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from ORD to DOH, reserve your journey eight months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ORD to DOH.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Consider staying in a hotel near DOH if you're taking a late O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Doha and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamad International Airport for July if you want to visit Doha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 31ºC (88ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to DOH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many places in Qatar waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Qatar, consider Umm Şalāl Muḩammad, about 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣) are key highlights.