Travelling from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Toronto is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) heading out from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
Take a direct Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Toronto.
With 123 direct flights a week between the two airports, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from YYZ to ORD is with United Airlines at 9pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Toronto to ORD.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can hop on a direct flight from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
At YYZ, you can choose from various airlines operating direct flights from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, such as:
Most passengers choose to book seats with United between YYZ and ORD.
American Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Toronto Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Think about setting out from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). You can book a direct Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) plane ticket with departures from here.
From YTZ, direct flights from Toronto to ORD are offered by Air Canada.
On the YTZ to ORD route, Air Canada is the top airline in terms of bookings.
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to ORD flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
70% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive according to schedule.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
From central Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At YHM, that figure is 68%.
About Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ORD:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
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. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 1,923 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Return flights start at R 3,225. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to ORD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). July is when most people visit Chicago. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
When booking your Toronto to ORD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are a couple of major attractions to add to your Chicago travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Indianapolis will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Milwaukee is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres north of Chicago. No trip is complete without visiting Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.