O'Hare International Airport

O'Hare International Airport is a large commercial airport located northwest of Chicago that handles millions of passengers and cargo flights annually. The facility features multiple terminal buildings with numerous gates connected by tunnels and above-ground walkways.

The site was established during World War II as a manufacturing facility for military aircraft and opened for civilian air traffic in 1955. Over the following decades, it grew into one of the busiest airports in the world through the addition of new terminals and runways.

The terminals host rotating art installations and exhibitions in public areas that showcase local and international artists. Many travelers use longer layovers to walk through the concourses and visit the galleries, which change their displays regularly.

All terminals are connected to each other, allowing travelers to move between buildings without leaving the secure area. Those with enough time will find quiet zones with seating and dining options suitable for longer layovers.

One of the terminals houses a small exhibit honoring the airport's namesake and documenting his military career. Few passengers notice this area, which sits away from the main pathways between gates.

Location: Chicago

Official opening: February 1944

Reference: KORD

Operator: Chicago Department of Aviation

Address: West O'Hare Avenue

Website: https://flychicago.com/ohare

GPS coordinates: 41.97861,-87.90472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 22:13