Travelling from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) out of here.
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is seven hours behind Bucharest.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bucharest to ORD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to ORD. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, data shows 71.27% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late flight from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport flight.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago is about 26 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport is 256 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 468 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to ORD if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Cheap Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Chase down a great fare on a flight from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Chicago. August is when most people book flights from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Bucharest to ORD plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to O'Hare International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Millennium Park and Lollapalooza are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Art Institute of Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres south-east to Indianapolis to tick off its must-visit sights. From 9-11 Memorial to Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Milwaukee, about 121 kilometres north of Chicago. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.
