It's a very bright and diverse city in all the respects. It decorates by itself the western shores of Lake Michigan, it amazes by its unique ethnic and religious signs, universities, shops and industry. The same can be said about its architecture and weather: cold winter and lovely summer. You shouldn't also forget about people, as there are lots of famous persons and for the rest of those who are not famous – they are simply extremely friendly and sociable.
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General Info
Airport Address: O'Hare International Airport, PO Box 66142 Chicago, Illinois 60666, USA
Distance and Location: The airport is located 29km (18 miles) northwest of Chicago
Airport Website: www.ohare.com
Airport E-mail: aviation@ci.chi.il.us
Airport Telephone: 773 686 3700 or 686 2200
Country Code: 1
Time Zone: GMT - 6 (GMT - 5 from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October)
Total Number of Terminals: 4
Moving between Terminals: The airport has its own ATS train system connecting all terminals, the Metra station and the long-term car park (Lot E).
Car Parking Info
A multi-level parking garage and additional ground level car parks (Lots B and C) service Terminals 1, 2 and 3. Hourly, daily and valet parking is available. Lot D has hourly and daily parking for the International Terminal 5. There are also two car parks available for long-term parking (Lots E and G). Lot E is connected to the ATS rail system connecting all terminals; shuttle buses to the terminals are also available. A third long-term car park, Lot F, is closed until further notice. General parking information is available 24 hours a day (tel: 773 686 7530).
Driving by car from/to Chicago
The airport lies on Route 190. To reach Route 190 from central Chicago, take Route 90; from the north and south suburbs, take Route 294; from the west suburbs, take Route 88, then Route 294.