Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, making Chicago five hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your STN to ORD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between STN and ORD include:
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Right now, R 5,429 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,194. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from STN to ORD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from STN to ORD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of all flights departing from Stansted Airport, 64.73% arrive on time at their destination.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near ORD:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.
