Flying from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) jetting off from either of these.
Chicago is two hours ahead of Phoenix. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Phoenix to ORD.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can book a direct Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flight ticket out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Work out whether departing from PHX makes the most sense for you.
The most popular airlines that operate direct flights from Phoenix to ORD departing from PHX include:
On the PHX to ORD route, American Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Flights between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and O'Hare International Airport are more likely to arrive on time with American Airlines than with any other carrier.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to ORD flight:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82.57% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're making your way to AZA from central Phoenix, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get there by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 56 kilometres.
Make catching an early Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At AZA, that rate is 78.65%.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Chicago. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ج.م. 3,896 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 7,952. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Phoenix to ORD, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Phoenix to ORD.
Find the best deal on a flight from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Chicago. August is when most people book flights from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Phoenix to ORD flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to O'Hare International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are plenty of things to do in Chicago when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Millennium Park followed by Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Chicago. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Milwaukee, roughly 121 kilometres north of Chicago. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are among the biggest draws.
