Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport.
Liberia is one hour behind Chicago and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from ORD to LIR start from 07:45 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 09:30 with United Airlines. Overall, there are three weekly O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your ORD to LIR flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
American Airlines offers direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Liberia — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if you have time.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ORD to LIR flights. An impressive 93.55% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ORD and LIR:
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
At the moment, $384 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $751. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ORD to LIR by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ORD to LIR.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is approximately 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 journey when using public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Explore without limits with a Liberia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Liberia and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Liberia Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport to central Liberia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport is May, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Liberia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Liberia Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to LIR in November. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen Liberia, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Journey around 161 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its leading attractions. From Teatro Nacional Costa Rica to National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Limon is another essential stop in Costa Rica and is around 274 kilometres east of Liberia. No trip is complete without visiting Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.