Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago one hour behind New York.
Flights from EWR to ORD start from 05:51 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 22:50 with Spirit Airlines. Overall, there are 354 weekly Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights.
Your EWR to ORD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Chicago adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United States:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With 73.06% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering EWR to ORD flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between EWR and ORD include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is 36 €. A return ticket is currently 74 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from EWR to ORD by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EWR to ORD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
When it comes to Newark Liberty International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.3% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near EWR. Whether you have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ORD if you're on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The 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.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Chicago. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EWR to ORD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without visiting The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.