Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 3 hours 52 minutes. Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, making Chicago 2 hours ahead of Reno.
Take your pick of 12 weekly flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. The 07:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take between RNO and ORD. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:59.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the RNO - ORD route are:
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 78 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 184 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap tickets from RNO to ORD, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Reno. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 12 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 31 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near RNO? If you're catching an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the most popular month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Chicago in February.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RNO to ORD around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flights from RNO to ORD, you'll want to find a place to stay in Chicago. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are among the things you can't miss in Chicago.
Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to O'Hare International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Chicago stay.