Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Chicago (ORD)
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Visiting from Sydney to Chicago
Deep dive into eclectic Chicago and you’ll find a city that’s stuffed as full as a deep-dish pizza. Full of interesting architecture, prominent chefs, well-renowned festivals, stunning museums and a brewing scene that rivals America’s best, the Windy City is a treat and definitely worth a visit. Make sure to hit all of Chicago’s most iconic attractions, from a river cruise, explore the Millennium Park Campus, riverwalk or venture onto the glass-bottomed Ledge at Skydeck Chicago for stunning views from one of the world’s tallest buildings. Take a culinary tour of its diverse and delicious food scene from cheese burgers, Fulton Market to Michelin stared restaurants. This US city is packed with things to do for all travellers.
Flight information
Fly Sydney to Chicago (SYD to ORD)
The approximate flight time from Sydney to Chicago is 19 hours and 10 minutes.
When to visit
Whether you love the sun or the snow, Chicago buzzes with activities and events every month of the year. Spring in Chicago means flowers in bloom, warm weather and buzzing activity in the parks and along the lake. Temperatures typically range between 10 to 21°C. In the summer, the city is alive and packed with festivals and special events. This is patio season, with bars and restaurants spilling out onto scenic rooftops. Temperatures average around 26°C to 33°C. Autumn is windy and winters in Chicago bring picturesque snow, magical light displays, and unique holiday traditions with temperatures dropping to -1°C to 3°C.
Arrival information
What is the main airport called?
Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) Multi-award-winning, environmentally conscious O’Hare (ORD) is one of the largest airports in the world. It lies just 16 miles from downtown Chicago and boasts four terminals — three domestic (Terminals 1, 2 and 3) and one international (Terminal 5).
Arriving in Chicago
The staff at Chicago Airport will greet you when you land and assist with your needs. Once you collect your bags from the arrivals area, there are various transport options available to get you on your way.
Getting into Chicago from Chicago Airport
There are many transport options to make your trip to Chicago from ORD easy and stress free. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Blue Line ‘L’ Train, which runs 24/7, connects directly to the city from O’Hare Airport. Taxi, Lyft, and Uber are available at the terminal. GO Airport Express provides shared ride services to Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Numerous car rental companies are available at the airports or alternatively book a limousine or chauffeur service for your stay in Chicago.
Getting around Chicago
From Chicago public trannsport to walking the city’s many neighbourhoods, there are plenty of ways to get around. Chicago’s streets are organised on a grid system. Madison Street divides the city north and south, while State Street divides it east and west, so it can be navigated on foot. Public transport options include the CTA that operates Chicago’s train and bus routes. Convenient CTA bus routes travel throughout the city, with stops every few blocks. The high-speed Metra commuter rail train connects outlying suburbs to downtown Chicago, and is a fast and easy way to travel to the heart of the city. Taxis and rideshare options are available to get you throughout the city. Water taxis offer fast, affordable connections to top tourist designations. Shuttles and limos services are a way to travel in style. Bicycles are available for hire and it’s easy to drive around town.
Departure information
Fly from Sydney
Once you’ve purchased your tickets from Sydney, there are a few things you should know so you’re prepared for your upcoming trip.
What is the main airport called?
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). Is an international airport in Sydney, Australia located 8 km south of the Sydney central business district, in the suburb of Mascot.
Baggage allowance
Passengers on Qantas flights from Sydney are allocated checked baggage If you require extra luggage, you can purchase an additional baggage allowance online before departure.
Checking in
Passengers travelling from Sydney, ensure you check-in online or via the Qantas App before you arrive at the airport from 24 hours before departure.
Important information
* Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, PayID or Qantas issued UATP. For other payment options a percentage based fee applies, capped at a maximum per passenger of $22 for Domestic or $120 for International travel. Prices are not guaranteed until payment is made. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. Prices may fluctuate if taxes or foreign exchange rates change. Passengers booking Premium Economy may be seated in Economy on connecting flights. Check the fare rules for more details before booking. Inclusions vary between flights. All schedules subject to change, including last minute aircraft changes. QantasLink flights operated by Sunstate Airlines (Qld) Pty Ltd ABN 82 009 734 703, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Ltd ABN 77 001 599 024, and National Jet Systems Pty Ltd ABN 11 008 279 203. Licence No per state: QLD - 407, NSW - 2TA000237, VIC - 30362, SA - TTA155, WA - 9TA52.
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