Flying from Chicago to Porto Airport (OPO): What you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Porto Airport (OPO) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Porto is five hours ahead of Chicago. Porto Airport is located in Porto, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to OPO.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to OPO departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Porto Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, data shows 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Porto Airport. Logan International Airport (BOS) is one of the options between Chicago Midway International Airport and OPO.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to OPO flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Porto Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Porto Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Pick up a Porto Airport rental car and discover Porto and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Chicago to Porto Airport flight.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport to the centre of Porto is about 11 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Porto Airport (OPO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Porto Airport is 207 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 422 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to OPO. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Chicago to Porto Airport ticket.
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Chase down a great fare on a flight from Chicago to Porto 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 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Chicago to Porto Airport (OPO)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Porto. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Porto Airport (OPO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Chicago to OPO plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Porto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Porto Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Porto
Start your Porto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Porto Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Porto when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Ribeira District followed by Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south of Porto, a trip to Lisbon will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia.
