Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is three hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ORD to Rio de Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from ORD to Rio de Janeiro, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
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Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rio de Janeiro
280 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is 573 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ORD to Rio de Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio de Janeiro takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks before your flight from ORD to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
Following your ORD to Rio de Janeiro flight, kick back at a hotel near SDU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has arrived. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.
Choose a hotel near RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late ORD to Rio de Janeiro flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. Along with better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the busiest month to travel to Rio de Janeiro. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are popular attractions which should be on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.