Travelling from Ithaca Airport (ITH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Ithaca and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ITH to ORD flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Many passengers pass through New York John F. Kennedy Airport when flying between ITH and ORD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ithaca Airport (ITH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is C$379. A round-trip plane ticket right now is C$441. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ITH to ORD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ITH to ORD.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ithaca Airport (ITH)
The address for ITH is 1 Culligan Dr.
Ithaca Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart ITH arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Ithaca Airport from central Ithaca, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near ITH? If you've booked an early flight from Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you have a late Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Chicago in March.
Book your flight from Ithaca Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ITH to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
