Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff.

Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 71% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $777 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,602, a difference of $1,825. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $724 to $2,489. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff looking right now?

One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $358, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 6 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (British Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?

Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • National

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $2,022. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff which airport offers the shortest layover?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) had the shortest average connection time for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff layovers at 635 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$724

Typical prices: $851-$1,131

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Mon 10/29Mon 11/5

ORD - CWL • 1 stop

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$339

Typical prices: $489-$597

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ORD - CWL • 3 stops

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Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

9:05 pm - 3:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

13h 35m1 stop Dublin

1:25 pm - 6:20 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 55m1 stop Dublin

$724Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

9:05 pm - 9:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

31h 45m2 stops Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol

1:25 pm - 6:20 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 55m1 stop Dublin

$872Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

7:30 pm - 9:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

21h 20m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin

8:35 am - 6:20 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 45m1 stop Dublin

$898Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

5:25 pm - 9:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

11h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

5:30 pm - 2:25 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$919KLM

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

4:15 pm - 9:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

11h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

5:15 pm - 2:30 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$919Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

3:05 pm - 9:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

13h 45m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

5:30 pm - 2:25 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$923KLM

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19

12:30 pm - 9:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

14h 45m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

5:15 pm - 2:15 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$923KLM

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

12:30 pm - 9:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

16h 15m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

5:30 pm - 2:25 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$923KLM

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

11:19 am - 9:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

15h 56m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

5:15 pm - 2:30 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$923Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

3:05 pm - 9:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

13h 40m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

5:30 pm - 5:20 pmCWL Cardiff Wales-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl

$933KLM

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?

KLM ($923) and Delta ($933) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest flight	$339

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Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff.
Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 71% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $777 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,602, a difference of $1,825. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $724 to $2,489. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff looking right now?
One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $358, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Cardiff?
Cardiff is 6 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (British Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?
Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• National

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $777 - about $1,825 less than Monday (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cardiff trip for April. Fares historically average $777 round-trip in that month - typically $1,825 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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