Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA): what you need to know
Ouagadougou is five hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your ORD to OUA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and OUA:
Brussels Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
Right now, $1,533 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,985. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to OUA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ORD to OUA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
74.85% of flights that take off from O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ORD:
Arriving at Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OUA if you're on a late O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to central Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou International Airport to central Ouagadougou has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Ouagadougou based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Ouagadougou is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ouagadougou International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to OUA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC and 36ºC on average.
Explore more of Burkina Faso
Ouagadougou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Burkina Faso waiting to be explored. About 97 kilometres west of Ouagadougou, a visit to Koudougou will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Musee d'Issouka, Cathédrale Saint-Augustin de Koudougou and Musée Rayimi.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Ouagadougou, Ouahigouya is another essential stop in Burkina Faso. Experience major highlights starting with Grande Mosquée de Ouahigouya, Rond-point and BIblioteca OLVIDO.