Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Beijing: what you need to know
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 14 hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your ORD to Beijing flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from ORD to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 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 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Beijing
464 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 874 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ORD to Beijing if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Beijing. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 48 kilometres from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PKX. Kick back and get cosy after your ORD to Beijing flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing. To skip the crowds, visit Beijing in December.
Before locking in your Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.