Flying from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) leaving from here.
Take off on a direct Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.
Chicago is three hours behind Sao Paulo. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from GRU to ORD on United Airlines's 9:45pm departure.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to ORD.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
When jetting out of GRU, you can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport with United Airlines.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with United from GRU to ORD.
United is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 91.67% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to ORD that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GRU and ORD include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
71% of flights that leave from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Sao Paulo to ORD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At VCP, that rate is 74%.
About Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Reserve a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Right now, 203 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 441 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Sao Paulo to ORD, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Sao Paulo to ORD.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
January is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to ORD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
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If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination 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.
