Travelling from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago nine hours behind Damascus.
Your DAM to ORD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
At the moment, $848 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Damascus Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,437. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DAM to ORD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DAM to ORD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Damascus Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Damascus Airport (DAM)
Of the flights that depart from Damascus Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
Central Damascus to Damascus Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ORD if you have a late Damascus Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Damascus Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Chicago in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Damascus Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAM to ORD around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
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Indianapolis is another standout destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
