Travelling from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, making Chicago seven hours behind Barcelona.
Each week, there are eight Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, take the 10:45 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 15:15 with United Airlines.
To ensure you catch your BCN to ORD flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
United has direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with United on this route.
American Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BCN to ORD flights, with 80.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between BCN and ORD include:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
315 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start at 411 €. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to ORD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from BCN to ORD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BCN land on schedule 80% of the time.
To get to Barcelona Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Chicago in March.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to ORD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
