Travelling from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) heading out from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Expect to be in the air for 14 hours. That's the average duration of a direct Beijing to O'Hare International Airport flight.
Chicago is 13 hours behind Beijing. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can choose from 3 direct services every week. United Airlines operates a 11:15am departure between PEK and ORD.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Beijing to ORD. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport with United Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from PEK.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between PEK and ORD is United Airlines.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Beijing to ORD with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PEK and ORD include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on schedule at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport. Check out these connections between Daxing International Airport and ORD:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The drive from central Beijing to PKX usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Beijing to ORD flight? Check in to a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 88.83% of them arriving as planned.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport, few things beat 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:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Beijing to O'Hare International Airport flight.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago is around 26 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, 396 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 782 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Beijing to ORD, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Beijing to O'Hare International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Beijing to ORD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
When booking your Beijing to ORD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Beijing to 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 Beijing to 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:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
Milwaukee is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres north of Chicago. No journey is complete without visiting Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
