Flying from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Paris. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) taking off from here.
The average duration of a direct Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is 9 hours.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Paris. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago.
The most popular route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), with 16 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from CDG to ORD is the 11:15am United Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 1:55pm with American Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Paris to ORD. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Reach your destination without the detour from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Nonstop flights from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) can be booked from here.
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport departing from CDG. Book your ticket with one of these:
United ranks first in bookings for flights from CDG to ORD.
United is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Paris to ORD that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CDG and ORD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Split up your flight from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and ORD are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
ORY is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to ORD flight:
Flights from Paris Orly Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Reserve a plane ticket from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) out of Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between BVA and ORD are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
BVA is roughly 88 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 71%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport, central Chicago is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is RM1,408. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,284. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Paris to ORD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Paris to ORD.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Chicago. July is when most people book flights from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Paris to ORD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Indianapolis will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
If you're looking to explore another major 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 the start of reasons to visit.
