Travelling from Portland Airport (PWM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Chicago is one hour behind Portland and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from PWM to ORD start at 06:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 18:23 with United Airlines. Overall, there are 30 weekly Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PWM to ORD flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
United has direct flights from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
United tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 74.55% of services arriving as planned, United is the most punctual carrier offering PWM to ORD flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. These are the top stopovers between PWM and ORD:
New York LaGuardia Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about Portland Airport (PWM)
PWM is located at 1001 Westbrook Street.
Of the departures from Portland Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near PWM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Portland Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PWM to ORD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among the biggest draws.
