Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hannover Airport (HAJ): what you need to know
Hannover's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Hannover seven hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you get on your ORD to HAJ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hannover Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ORD and HAJ include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hannover Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Hannover Airport (HAJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hannover Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAJ instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Hannover Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Hannover and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Hannover Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to central Hannover
Hannover Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Hannover. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Hannover Airport (HAJ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hannover Airport. October is the busiest month to head to Hannover. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hannover Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hannover, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to HAJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Hannover, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel around 257 kilometres east to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, your itinerary will be busy.
Hamburg is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 129 kilometres north of Hannover. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.