Flying from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Chicago is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro. O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to ORD.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to ORD that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GIG and ORD include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from the centre of Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to ORD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Santos Dumont Airport:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
About O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chicago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport flight.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The centre of Chicago is around 26 kilometres from O'Hare International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
$414 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport. A return flight starts at $796. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to ORD if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Visit Chicago in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your Rio De Janeiro to ORD flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to O'Hare International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Chicago when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Millennium Park followed by Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Indianapolis will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
Milwaukee is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres north of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
