Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport.
The timezone in Dublin is UTC+0, which is six hours ahead of Chicago.
Flights from ORD to DUB start at 15:45 — the earliest with Aer Lingus. The latest departure is at 22:25 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 22 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your ORD to DUB flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport, so getting to Dublin (and then seeing more parts of Ireland!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with Aer Lingus on this route.
With 71.2% of its services landing on schedule, Aer Lingus is the most punctual carrier operating ORD to DUB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and DUB:
Boston Logan International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Hartford Bradley International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dublin Airport (DUB)
R 2,971 is currently the best price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 7,118. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from ORD to DUB by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from ORD to DUB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
Book a hotel near DUB if you're catching a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Dublin Airport rental car and discover Dublin and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dublin Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Dublin. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Dublin based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dublin Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to DUB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Ireland you should also see. Around 225 kilometres south-west of Dublin, a trip to Cork will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.