Flying from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Tampa's main airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when searching for flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Jump on a direct Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Chicago is one hour behind Tampa. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Choose from 59 direct services each week between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). This is the most popular route when departing from Tampa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to ORD, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during busy months like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Fly without interruptions from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Direct flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) operate from here.
Direct flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport are operated by numerous airlines at TPA. Get on board with any of these:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with United between TPA and ORD.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Spirit Airlines.
TPA is about 11 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
78% of flights that leave from Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to ORD flight:
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
Central Chicago is around 27 kilometres from Chicago O'Hare International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, R 1,189 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,571. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Tampa to ORD, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Visit Chicago in January for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Tampa to ORD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Indianapolis will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Milwaukee is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres north of Chicago. No trip is complete without experiencing Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
