Traveling from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago is seven hours behind Palermo and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your PMO to ORD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PMO and ORD include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is $413. A round-trip fare is currently $636. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PMO to ORD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PMO to ORD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Palermo Airport (PMO)
78% of flights that depart Palermo Airport make it to their destination on time.
Palermo Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Palermo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PMO? If you've booked an early flight from Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you're on a late Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Chicago in March.
When booking your flight from Palermo Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PMO to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometers away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theater.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometers south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are key reasons to visit.