Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago is 8 hours 10 minutes.
Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 6 hours behind Copenhagen.
Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 8 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from CPH to ORD is with Scandinavian Airlines at 15:45. Go for the first departure operated by Scandinavian Airlines at 13:20 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from CPH to Chicago.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Direct flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Chicago are available for booking. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Scandinavian Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CPH to Chicago. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Denmark and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
CPH is about 11 kilometres from central Copenhagen. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 34 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near CPH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Chicago
C$446 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago. A return flight starts at C$651. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CPH to Chicago.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Following your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 46 minutes.
After your flight from CPH to Chicago, rest your head at a hotel near MDW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Chicago, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from CPH to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
After locking in your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are a couple of big attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Chicago and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Copenhagen Airport to Chicago.
