Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
Ponta Delgada is four hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC-1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to PDL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and PDL include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight is ج.م. 18,848. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 29,757. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to PDL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ORD to PDL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ORD:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and find adventure across Ponta Delgada and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to the centre of Ponta Delgada has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Ponta Delgada based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport for August if you'd like to go to Ponta Delgada during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 24ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ORD to PDL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lagoa is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've seen Ponta Delgada. Around 10 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
If you're ready to explore another side of Portugal, head for Angra do Heroísmo, about 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada. Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu are key highlights.
