Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to DLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ORD and DLA include:
Brussels Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Douala Airport (DLA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport flight is RM2,830. A return plane ticket right now is RM4,299. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORD to DLA, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport.
Landing cheap flights from ORD to DLA is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
Reserve a hotel close to DLA if you have a late O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Venture beyond Douala and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Douala Airport rental car from Avis.
Reserve your vehicle from Douala Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Douala. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Douala in February.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Douala Airport for February if you want to explore Douala during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to DLA in July. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Cameroon
Douala has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Cameroon you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Douala, a trip to Yaounde will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde), Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe.
Around 209 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another essential stop in Cameroon. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.
