Skip the taxi line and move straight from plane to hotel with a private arrival transfer from O'Hare. Expect flight tracking, a driver with a nameplate, and a 30–45 minute door-to-door ride to central Chicago.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the airplane into the low hum of O'Hare, a corridor of rolling suitcases and destination signs. A driver waits just beyond the arrivals gate with a nameplate; the vehicle is clean, climate-controlled, and ready to go. The ride east toward the lake lets the city reveal itself in stages — industrial strips give way to neighborhoods, then the skyline lifts, glass and brick rising from Lake Michigan's flat edge.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
30–45 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; passengers remain seated for the short drive
Wildlife
History
O'Hare began as Orchard Field and expanded after WWII; it was later renamed for Lt. Cmdr. Edward O'Hare. Chicago developed around glacial Lake Michigan and became a major transport hub in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Conservation
Choose low-emission vehicle options when available and consolidate passengers to reduce single-occupancy trips; avoid idling when loading luggage to limit local emissions.
Reserve your spot on the Chicago O`Hare Airport (ORD) to Chicago hotel/address - Arrival Private Transfer today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Confirm flight and pickup details
Provide your flight number and pickup time so the driver tracks delays and meets you at the right terminal.
Account for rush-hour traffic
Allow extra time during weekday mornings and late afternoons; downtown travel can extend by 15–30 minutes.
Declare luggage and special needs
Tell the operator how many bags and whether you need an infant seat or space for sports equipment.
Carry a printed or mobile voucher
Have booking confirmation and hotel address ready to share with the driver to avoid routing errors.
Wheeled carry-on or roller suitcase
Easy to load and stow in the trunk and fits common vehicle cargo spaces.
Warm outer layer
Chicago winters can be bitter; a coat makes the short walk from vehicle to hotel comfortable.
winter
Reusable water bottle
Keep hydrated if you arrive during high heat or after a long flight.
summer
Portable phone charger
Ensure your phone has power for pickup communication and navigation on arrival.