Traveling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 9 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 2 hours behind Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located.
With 33 weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 08:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from ORD to YVR is with United at 20:06.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from ORD to Vancouver.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like August? Popular seasons (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver. Begin your journey at ORD and end it at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Top carriers that operate direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from ORD to Vancouver, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you have a passport from United States and plan to travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver.
ORD is about 40 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ORD? If you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Vancouver
$96 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver. A return flight starts from $234. These fares can change depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from ORD to Vancouver, book your journey 8 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 33 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometers from the center of Vancouver. Once you've hopped off your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 16 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from ORD to Vancouver:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Vancouver in May when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ORD to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
After locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Vancouver, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.
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