Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago 14 hours behind Cebu.
To ensure you catch your CEB to ORD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CEB and ORD:
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, 369 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 666 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CEB to ORD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CEB to ORD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Of the departures from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Mactan-Cebu International Airport from central Cebu, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CEB:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Follow your own route with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CEB to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including 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. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.