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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage:

• Earliest: departs at 3:30 pm and lands at 10:30 pm
• Latest: departs at 4:05 pm and lands at 11:05 pm.

The flight takes about 7h.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage takes 7h, covering 2,837 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage range from $419 to $628, with an average of $511 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $511 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $358 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $529 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $503 to $2,527. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $297.

Anchorage Airport (ANC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $34 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Avis
• NextCar
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC).

One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage most commonly connect through:

• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 77% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $463 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $602, a difference of $139.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Anchorage.

Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 19m, compared with 9h 48m via Portland (PDX) and 9h 55m via Denver Intl (DEN).

Anchorage is 3 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Alaska Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Anchorage are Alaska Railroad Depot, Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center and William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Anchorage on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Multiple airlines operate Business Class flights from O'Hare International Airport to Anchorage. While the amenities and benefits of flying in this class vary from airline to airline, extra legroom, advanced dining option, and unlimited in-flight entertainment are common. Also, Business Class travelers gain access to select lounges.

Alaska Airlines is your best bet if you want to travel sustainably from O'Hare International Airport to Anchorage. The airline boasts split scimitar winglets to reduce the miles its flights cover. Also, the airline has partnered with Boeing and the Port of Seattle to purchase sustainable aviation fuel. Again, the carrier is eliminating single-use plastic items, improving its baggage handling system, and collaborating with other airlines for Greener Skies Program.

The common layover cities from ORD to Anchorage include Seattle, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, Denver, San Francisco, Dallas, Portland, Newark, Houston, Atlanta, Washington, D. C, Omaha, Juneau, and Phoenix. The layover cities and specific flight schedules vary from one airline to another.

If you intend to travel with your furry family from O'Hare International Airport to Anchorage, consider booking your flight ticket with American Airlines. The carrier welcomes pets to travel and invites them to the cabin. With proper documentation, you will ride with your small pet in the cabin, but it must remain in its carrier. The airline transports bigger pets in the cargo hold for more safety and comfort.