Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is the primary international airport serving Chicago, Illinois, United States, located on the city's Northwest Side, approximately 17 miles (27 km) northwest of downtown. The airport is operated by the Chicago Department of Aviation and covers 7,627 acres. It is the airport with the most runways in the world, with eight.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KORDNOTAMs
KORDReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (11)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10L / 28R | 13,000 ft / 3,962 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 09R / 27L | 11,260 ft / 3,432 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09C / 27C | 11,245 ft / 3,427 m | 200 ft | Concrete | Lighted | Open |
| 10C / 28C | 10,800 ft / 3,292 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 14L / 32R | 10,005 ft / 3,050 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 15 / 33 | 9,686 ft / 2,952 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 04R / 22L | 8,075 ft / 2,461 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10R / 28L | 7,500 ft / 2,286 m | 150 ft | Concrete | Lighted | Open |
| 09L / 27R | 7,500 ft / 2,286 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04L / 22R | 7,500 ft / 2,286 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 5,332 ft / 1,625 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.000 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 135.400 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.600 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 125.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.675 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 126.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
O'Hare International Airport provides various parking options with pricing listed.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(6)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 15 of 97 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1900 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 11% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54% | -1,320 ft | |
| Feb | 69% | -1,194 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | -533 ft | |
| Apr | 79% | 60 ft | |
| May | 83% | 856 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 1,673 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 1,859 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 1,760 ft | |
| Sep | 86% | 1,319 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 469 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -525 ft | |
| Dec | 58% | -880 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,320–1,859 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WGN-AM (Chicago) | 751 ft | 696 ft | — |
| WMAQ-AM (Chicago) | 748 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 791 ft | — |
| ISP Radio Tower | 344 ft | 630 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 604 ft | — |
| CPD Radio Tower | 269 ft | 643 ft | — |
| IDOT Radio Tower | 269 ft | 604 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
The ICAO code for Chicago O'Hare International Airport is KORD, and its IATA code is ORD.
Where is Chicago O'Hare International Airport located?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is large airport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 680 ft (207 m).
How many runways does Chicago O'Hare International Airport have?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport has 11 runways, the longest being 13,000 ft / 3,962 m.
Which airlines fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Chicago O'Hare International Airport include Aer Lingus, AeroMéxico, Air Berlin, Air Canada, Air China, Air Choice One, among 46 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
Historical data lists 204 nonstop destinations from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Chicago O'Hare International Airport in?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
The nearest airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is Chicago Executive Airport (PWK), about 8.1 nm to the n, followed by Schaumburg Regional Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chicago O'Hare International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.