Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport takes 1 hour 37 minutes (on average). Chicago's timezone is UTC-5 — identical to Minneapolis.
Choose from 516 weekly flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. The 05:30 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight out from MSP to ORD. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:25 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MSP and ORD are:
Dane County Regional Airport
The Eastern Iowa Airport
Gerald R. Ford International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 53 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 110 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MSP to ORD by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 26 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your trip? Stay near MSP. Whether you're on an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to ORD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
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Start your Chicago trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from MSP to ORD, check out our accommodation options including:
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Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to O'Hare International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Chicago.
