Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, making Chicago two hours ahead of Portland.
Choose from 61 weekly Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. The 06:32 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:59.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PDX to ORD flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, so getting to Chicago (and then exploring more of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
United tops the list for bookings on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier operating PDX to ORD flights. An impressive 86.32% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PDX and ORD:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
St Louis Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, $191 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $386. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from PDX to ORD, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PDX to ORD.
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Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83% of flights leaving Portland Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of PDX.
To reach Portland Airport from central Portland, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PDX:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PDX to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
