Flying from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) begins with finding the best airport to kick off your journey from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct Paris to O'Hare International Airport flight.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Paris. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago.
With 16 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:15am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from CDG to ORD is with American Airlines at 1:55pm.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Paris to ORD. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Get there in one go from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Direct flights from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) can be booked from here.
Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Paris to O'Hare International Airport departing from CDG. Book your seat with one of these:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with United Airlines between CDG and ORD.
United Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Paris to ORD leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Break up your flight from Paris to O'Hare International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and ORD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
ORY is about 19 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Paris to ORD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 75.56%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Booking a plane ticket from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) with a stop or two can offer you more choice of departure times along with better fares. When leaving from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to ORD:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
BVA is roughly 88 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Make catching an early Paris to O'Hare International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 66.39%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to O'Hare International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Paris to O'Hare International Airport flight.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago is about 26 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
242 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Paris to O'Hare International Airport. A return flight starts at 395 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Paris to ORD. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Paris to O'Hare International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Chicago. August is when most people book flights from Paris to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Paris to ORD plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Paris to O'Hare International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to O'Hare International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your Chicago trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometres south-east to Indianapolis to check off its leading attractions. From 9-11 Memorial to Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Milwaukee, about 121 kilometres north of Chicago. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are among the biggest draws.
