Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 9 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Paris.
Every week, there are 51 Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 11:15 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 14:40 with American Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CDG to ORD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to Chicago, United States. Jet off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport:
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
With 67.21% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CDG to ORD flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CDG and ORD include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
At the moment, 218 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 421 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from CDG to ORD by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
61.46% of flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Charles de Gaulle Airport from central Paris, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CDG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to O'Hare International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CDG to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
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