Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is one hour ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located. Toronto runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route, with 116 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from ORD to YYZ is with United Airlines at 21:15. Choose the first departure with United Airlines at 07:04 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your ORD to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your trip at ORD and travel nonstop to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). That's where you can expect to land when searching for O'Hare International Airport to Toronto tickets.
You can choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from ORD to Toronto. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near ORD. Whether you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Toronto
The lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Toronto flight is R 1,030. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,961. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ORD to Toronto.
May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on O'Hare International Airport to Toronto tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ORD to Toronto can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ORD to Toronto flight:
Hertz, National and Avis make collecting a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will help you stay within budget.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is about 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near YKF after your ORD to Toronto flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're hoping for a particular make or model, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Secure your ride from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before securing your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book an O'Hare International Airport to Toronto flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-do's during your Toronto adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
