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ORD Ohare International Airport TSA Times

IATA Code:

ORD

Timezone:

UTC/GMT -5:00 hours

Airport local time:

Monday, 11:08pm

Not busy

Wait times are steady
Updated today, Monday 20 April 2026
11:02 PM (UTC/GMT -5:00 hours)
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    Waiting times may not accurately reflect your experience. It is advisable to arrive at the airport well in advance and follow the recommendations of the airlines and airports.

  • Airport Last Updated

    11:02 PM (UTC/GMT -5:00 hours)

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Wait Times by Day of Week

Average wait times based on the last 3 weeks of data.

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Average historical wait times

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Current: 0 min (Shorter wait than usual: avg wait time is 0 min)

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Latest Airport Arrival Time
Domestic 1h 45m before departure
International 2h 12m before departure
How we calculated this

Bag drop closes 45-60 min before departure. With an estimated 45 min bag drop queue, you need to arrive at the desk 90-105 min early. After that, allow 2 min for security (avg on Mondays) and 20 min to walk to your gate, which closes 15-20 min before departure. Finally, add a 15 min buffer.

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Best & Worst Times to Fly

Based on historical tsa wait times and flight delays across all days of the week.

Best Time
Morning
8am - 12pm
2 min avg wait
38 min avg flight delay
Worst Time
Early Morning
4am - 8am
3 min avg wait
28 min avg flight delay
Flying in the Morning instead of Early Morning could save you up to 1 minutes in tsa lines.

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Based on live and historical flight patterns. Tap a bar to see details.

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Flight Delays

Current: 0 min (Lower than usual: avg wait time is 16 min)
Updated today, Monday 20 April 2026
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Flight Status

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Airport Guide for Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)

Please note, we do not currently track wait times for Ohare Terminal 1. Submit using “Add Your Time”.

Chicago O’Hare International Airport is more than just a transit hub; it is a massive aviation city that serves as one of the primary global gateways for the United States. As a dual hub for both United Airlines and American Airlines, O’Hare handles over 80 million passengers annually, making it one of the busiest and most complex airports in the world.

The airport’s layout is unique and often confusing for first-time travelers. It consists of a connected domestic horseshoe (Terminals 1, 2, and 3) and a physically separate Terminal 5, which handles international arrivals and a growing number of domestic flights. Connecting these two areas is the Airport Transit System, a 24/7 automated train that serves as the airport’s circulatory system. While O’Hare has a reputation for winter weather delays and bustling crowds, it also offers iconic features like the neon “Sky’s The Limit” tunnel and a culinary scene that brings the taste of Chicago, from deep dish pizza to gourmet tortas right to your gate.

Ohare International Airport FAQ

Ohare International Airport is currently Not busy based on real-time flight departure data.

Check this page for the latest TSA wait time at Ohare International Airport, updated in real time.

TSA wait times at Ohare International Airport vary throughout the day. Check the historical wait time chart on this page to find the quietest times.

It depends on the terminal. You can walk airside (past security) between Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3 via pedestrian walkways, meaning you do not need to re-clear security to transfer between these terminals. However, you cannot walk to Terminal 5 from the domestic terminals; they are not connected by a pedestrian hallway.

There are two ways to reach Terminal 5:

The Airport Transit System: This is a free automated train that runs 24/7 landside (outside security). You must exit the secure area, take the train, and go through TSA security again at Terminal 5.

The Terminal Transfer Bus: If you are already inside security and have a boarding pass for a connecting flight, you can take a shuttle bus that keeps you airside so you don’t have to go through security again. The bus runs daily from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM and picks up at Terminal 1 (Gate B1) and Terminal 3 (Gates G17, K20) to drop you off at Terminal 5 (Gate M13).

Delta Airlines is located in Terminal 5. Note that while Terminal 5 is often called the “International Terminal,” it now handles domestic flights for Delta, Southwest, and Frontier.

Typically, TSA checkpoints will open a few hours before the first departure:

  • Terminal 1: 4:00am – 8:30pm.
  • Terminal 2: 4:00am – 8:30pm.
  • Terminal 3: 3:00am – 10:00pm.
  • Terminal 5: 24 hours.

The TSA PreCheck enrollment center is located in Terminal 1 baggage claim near Door 1G

  • Operating hours: Monday through Friday from 7:30am. to 11:30am. and from 12pm to 4pm.

It is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

TSA PreCheck is available at specific checkpoints:

  • Terminal 1: Checkpoint 2.
  • Terminal 2: Checkpoint 5.
  • Terminal 3: Checkpoints 7A and 8.

Rideshare pickup locations depend on your arrival terminal:

  • Domestic Arrivals (Terminals 1, 2, 3): You must go to Terminal 2, Upper Level (Departures). Drivers cannot pick up at the curbside baggage claim of T1 or T3; you must walk or take the ATS to the designated “Ride App Pickup” zone at Terminal 2.
  • International Arrivals (Terminal 5): Pickups are located on the Lower Level (Arrivals) of Terminal 5.

The CTA Blue Line station is located on the lower level of Terminal 2. A single ride ticket from O’Hare costs $5, and the trip to the downtown loop takes approximately 45 minutes.

You can purchase SIM cards at InMotion entertainment stores located in all terminals (e.g., near Gate B7 in T1, Gate K12 in T3). In Terminal 5, SIM cards are often available at Hudson News locations near baggage claim.

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