Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Samarkand Airport (SKD): what you need to know
The timezone in Samarkand is UTC+5, which is ten hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your ORD to SKD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the ORD to SKD route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
$1,186 is the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,864. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ORD to SKD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from ORD to SKD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Samarkand Airport (SKD)
If you're getting in on a late O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near SKD:
Travel at your own pace with a Samarkand Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Keddy By Europcar and see more of Samarkand and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Samarkand Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to central Samarkand
Samarkand Airport to the centre of Samarkand has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Samarkand. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Samarkand is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Samarkand Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to SKD in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
Samarkand is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Uzbekistan you should also see. About 274 kilometres north-east of Samarkand, a visit to Tashkent will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Timur Museum and Tashkent TV tower.
If you want to check out another great destination in Uzbekistan, consider Namangan, about 418 kilometres east of Samarkand. Hamza kalsavoy, Afsonalar vodiysi and Ola Buka are among its highlights.
