Chicago Airport Flight Departures (ORD)

Flight Departures at Chicago Airport

Chicago O’Hare International Airport is easy to navigate making departures hassle free. There are various facilities, shops and helpful staff in all of the terminals so there is something for everyone.

There are lots of bars, restaurants, and cafés available for passengers to choose between in the departure areas in every terminal. If friends and family have come to the airport to say goodbye, Terminals 1, 2 and 3 have a number of cafes available before going through security screening. Terminal 5 has many fast food outlets, and more are situated in the large public concourse.

Virtual Concierge Desks

These are found all around O’Hare International Airport to provide passengers with all the information that they need. They are touch-screen kiosks which can give passengers multilingual information on the airport itself, advice on finding local hotels, transport advice, and the latest news on flights. They also give information on local weather and interesting events happening in Chicago.

O'Hare Airport Lounges

Economy class travelers can access a number of airport lounges with the purchase of a day pass at the door. Air France VIP Lounge in terminal 5, Delta Sky Club in terminal 2, American Airlines Admirals Club and USO Lounge have passes available at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

Car parking

However long the stay, there are multiple parking options at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Daily and short-term parking is available seven days a week in lots A, B and C. For longer stays the economy lots, E and G, offer more affordable parking. There is also an international lot (D) which exists specifically for passengers who are going on international flights. Valet parking can additionally by booked. Parking information is available (+1 773 686 7530) 24 hours a day.

Public Transport

There are many regional transport services accessible from the airport. Level 1 houses the bus and shuttle centre which is the pick-up point for the majority of shuttle and hotel courtesy buses. Regional buses additionally depart opposite Terminal 5.

GO Airport Express shuttle buses (+1 888 284 3826) depart daily for central Chicago. An hourly shuttle service to Midway Airport also runs for connecting flights (+1 800 248 8747; www.coachusa.com. There is a large taxi rank outside the arrivals area of each terminal, and it takes about 45 minutes to get to downtown Chicago. The Chicago Transit Authority (+1 888 968 7282) manages the 24-hour 'Blue Line' train service going from the airport to central Chicago in around 45 minutes and is located in terminal 2.

Family Facilities

O'Hare International Airport provides designated family restrooms which can be found in terminal two. Residing in terminal 5 families have access to an educational area for young children which has a fire and safety program ‘Play It Safe’ and the airport has a children’s museum too.

Security

Enhanced security measures have been introduced in all US airports over the last few years and O'Hare International Airport is no exception. Information on procedures, and what travelers are allowed to take aboard a flight leaving O'Hare airport is available from the Transportation Security Administration.