Flying from Vail Eagle County Airport (EGE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Vail.
You can choose from eight weekly Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. The 07:50 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 14:12.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your EGE to ORD flight.
Flying during a peak month like February? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
United is your gateway to discovering Chicago (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier operating EGE to ORD flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EGE and ORD include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Handy information about Vail Eagle County Airport (EGE)
66% of flights that depart Vail Eagle County Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Vail Eagle County Airport from central Vail, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near EGE? If you're boarding an early flight from Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
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To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Vail Eagle County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EGE to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
