Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, 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 board your ORD to Belfast flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from ORD to Belfast. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ORD:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Belfast
$831 is currently the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Belfast flight. Return flight tickets start from $1,120. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ORD to Belfast. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Look into staying at a hotel near BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from ORD to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near BHD. Kick back and get cosy after your ORD to Belfast flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and be off and running.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BHD can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Belfast
Travel to Belfast in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your O'Hare International Airport to Belfast flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Belfast right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Belfast:
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Titanic Belfast are a couple of major attractions to put on your Belfast travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you should also see. About 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.
