Travelling from Prague Airport (PRG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is seven hours behind Prague and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Your PRG to ORD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Prague Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PRG and ORD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Handy information about Prague Airport (PRG)
When it comes to Prague Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Prague Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Prague. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're coming in on a late Prague Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near ORD:
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For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Prague Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Prague Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PRG to ORD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are highlights.