Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is ten hours behind Malé and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE 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 January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLE and ORD:
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Indira Gandhi International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is 467 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 1.253 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MLE to ORD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Velana International Airport, 77.73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MLE:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider booking a hotel close to ORD if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the most popular month for flights from Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Chicago in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Velana International Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
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