Chicago flight out of ORD? What you need to know about O'Hare International Airport
O'Hare International Airport is a popular location and the fourth busiest airport worldwide as of 2021, according to an Airports Council International report.
O'Hare has 193 gates, with most dedicated to two major hub carriers − American Airlines (71 gates) and United Airlines (84 gates), according to the airport's website.
For those interested in shopping and dining while there, O'Hare boasts 141 food and beverage spots; 137 automated retail and vending machines; and 80 news, gift and specialty retail stores.
In Illinois, even if you're flying out of a smaller airport, chances are you'll connect to O'Hare before getting to your eventual destination. Here's what you need to know about O'Hare International Airport:
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What airport is ORD?
ORD represents the airport code for O'Hare International Airport.
Where is O'Hare International Airport?
The airport lies across Cook and Dupage counties in Illinois. The address is 10000 W. Balmoral Ave., Chicago, Ill.
What airlines fly out of O'Hare?
A total of 44 airlines have service at O'Hare in Chicago. They include:
What terminal is United Airlines at ORD?
United Airlines flies in and out of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at O'Hare International Airport, according to a United Airline map.
All United Airlines international arrivals for O'Hare International Airport come in at Terminal 5.
How many cities does ORD fly direct or nonstop?
As of Jan. 3, 2023, O'Hare offers approximately 760 domestic nonstop flights to 152 U.S. cities every day. The airport also has approximately 95 nonstop international flights to 58 cities each day. Click here to see all the locations where the airport offers nonstop flights.
How early should I get to O'Hare?
The TSA recommends that you should arrive 2 hours prior to domestic flights, according the airport website.
How early should I arrive at O'Hare for international flights?
The TSA recommends that you should arrive 3 hours prior to international flights, according the airport website.
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Is there an ORD map?
Yes. Click here for an interactive map.
Click here for printable maps.
How much is parking at O'Hare?
Parking at O'Hare can cost you as little as $3 for the first hour or as much as $42 per day. Options vary from hourly and daily parking to economy and long-term parking. Accessible and valet parking are also available.
Click here for individual parking lot maps, hourly fees and other vital parking information.
Customers can call the Parking Garage Office at (773) 686-7530 or email parking@flychicago.com with any questions.
What are TSA checkpoint hours at O'Hare?
Click here for a list of TSA checkpoint hours at O'Hare. Times are approximate and may vary based on conditions at the airport. Click here for TSA travel information and travel tips.
Are restaurants open 24 hours at O'Hare?
Some are. Click here to find a list of restaurants at O'Hare including terminal location, hours of operation, phone number and price range.
What retail stores are available for shopping at O'Hare?
Click here for a list of stores and vending machines at O'Hare including terminal location, hours of operation and phone number.
Are there any upcoming events at O'Hare?
Click here for a calendar listing of events coming to the airport.
What time are flight arrivals at ORD?
Click here for a list of arriving flights, their times and if they are on schedule.
What time are departing flights at ORD?
Click here for a list of departing flights, their times and if they are on schedule.
Does ORD offer car rentals?
Yes. Car rental is available through 13 separate entities. They include:
ACE Rent A Car: (877) 822-3872
Alamo: (844) 354-6962
Avis: (773) 825-4600
Budget: (800) 218-7992
Dollar: (800) 800-4000
Enterprise: (855) 266-9289
Fox: (323) 593-7485
Hertz: (800) 654-3131
National Car Rental: (800) 367-6767
Payless: (800) 729-5377
Routes Car Rental: (800) 467-6883
Sixt: (888) 749-8227
Thrifty: (800) 847-4389
What time does O'Hare open?
Each airline keeps its own operating hours, according to the website. Customers should contact the airline directly for ticket counter hours at the airport.
How many acres is O'Hare International Airport?
O'Hare sits on more than 7,200 acres, according to the website.
How many runways does O'Hare have?
O'Hare has 8 active runways as of 2021, according to the website.
How far is O'Hare International Airport from downtown Chicago?
Google Maps lists downtown Chicago at approximately 15.2 miles to 18.4 miles from O'Hare depending on the route you choose.
Factoring in people, traffic and weather means varied drive times, according to Signatue Transportation Group
Taking I-294 South to I-290 East can get you downtown Chicago in approximately 52 minutes, according to the STG website. The route has tolls but usually sees minimal road closures.
The STG website also offers a more direct driving route to downtown Chicago. But while taking I-90 the entire way and eventually getting on I-290 is more direct, the route has significantly more traffic and could take anywhere from one to two hours.
How far is O'Hare International Airport from Peoria?
Google Maps lists Peoria, Ill., at approximately 160 miles to 166 miles from O'Hare depending on route choice. Expected travel time is approximately 2 hours, 40 minutes.
Chris Sims is a digital producer at Midwest DOT. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: O'Hare International Airport: What to know about ORD in Chicago
