Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is two hours ahead of Chicago.
For a relaxed start to your ORD to Rio De Janeiro flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from ORD to Rio De Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rio De Janeiro
ج.م. 15,666 is currently the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket starts from ج.م. 31,998. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ORD to Rio De Janeiro. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ORD to Rio De Janeiro by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ORD to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is roughly 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ORD to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU will help you stay within budget.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late ORD to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Ready to get behind the wheel? Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car from Localiza and start your journey without stressing about how to get to where you're going.
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Reserve your ride from RRJ at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before scheduling your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Rio De Janeiro offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in an O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket with a departure in February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Start your Rio De Janeiro trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are essential stops on your Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, 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. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
