Travelling from Amman to Chicago: what you need to know
Amman's main base, Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Amman to Chicago.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Chicago, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are the major entry points.
Around 13 hours is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Amman to Chicago flight.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Amman.
The most popular route for flights from Amman to Chicago is from Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AMM to ORD is the 01:50 Royal Jordanian option. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 11:10 with Royal Jordanian.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Amman to Chicago flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Chicago
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Amman to Chicago flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Amman
Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
Set off from Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) on a nonstop flight from Amman to Chicago. From AMM, you can land directly at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Royal Jordanian is a leading airline that offers direct Amman to Chicago plane tickets leaving from AMM.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Amman to Chicago flights leaving from Amman Queen Alia Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
AMM is around 26 kilometres from central Amman. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Amman Queen Alia Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Amman to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Amman Queen Alia Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from AMM touch down on schedule 88% of the time.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Amman to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chicago and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is around 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Amman to Chicago has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to MDW. Settle in and get cosy after your Amman to Chicago flight at any of these well-located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will save you money.
You'll find Chicago Midway Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Amman to Chicago and go directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 2 hours.
Whether you're after a zippy mini for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Chicago Rockford Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from suppliers such as Budget, Alamo and National.
If you prefer a particular model or make, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Reserve your ride from RFD a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Amman to Chicago.
The address for Chicago Rockford Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Amman to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Amman to Chicago ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Amman to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Amman to Chicago, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
