Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Oakland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your OAK to ORD flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OAK and ORD:
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
118 € is currently the best price for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Return flights start at 235 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from OAK to ORD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that depart OAK land on time.
Central Oakland to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near OAK:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're landing on a late Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Chicago in January.
When booking your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International 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).
Look for cheap tickets from OAK to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like 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 trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.