Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ORD to Hamburg flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from ORD to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ORD:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hamburg
$462 is currently the best price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg flight. A return plane ticket starts from $934. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ORD to Hamburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ORD to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Central Hamburg is roughly 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Disembark your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ORD to Hamburg flight:
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from LBC the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
September is the most popular month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Hamburg in January.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ORD to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Hamburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're looking to explore another side of Germany, consider Essen, roughly 306 kilometres southwest of Hamburg. PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum are key highlights.