What is the tower frequency at KORD?

The tower frequency at O'Hare Intl is 126.9 MHz.

What fuel is available at KORD?

O'Hare Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL, Jet A.

Does KORD require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for O'Hare Intl (United States).

Is customs available at KORD?

Yes, customs at O'Hare Intl is available from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59.

Where is KORD located?

O'Hare Intl (KORD) is located in Chicago, United States.

What is the IATA code for KORD?

The IATA code for O'Hare Intl is ORD.

How long is the runway at KORD?

The main runway at O'Hare Intl (04L/22R) measures 7500 X 150.

Does KORD have an ILS approach?

Yes, O'Hare Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 04L/22R, 04R/22L, 09L/27R, 09R/27L, 10C/28C, 10L/28R.

Is KORD a port of entry?

Yes, O'Hare Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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O'Hare Intl (KORD/ORD) — Chicago, United States

O'Hare Intl (KORD/ORD) serves Chicago, United States. This is a major international airport with 9 runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L). Field elevation is 672 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 9/10

Observed Activity · Sep 11

927 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 821 on the ground · busiest hour 12:00Z

2026-08-292026-09-11

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KORD
Name: O'Hare Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 41.9786
Longitude: -87.9048
Elevation: 672 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Chicago
IATA Code: ORD
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Chicago
Distance from City: 25.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04L/22R

Designation: 04L/22R
Dimensions: 7500 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 04R/22L

Designation: 04R/22L
Dimensions: 8075 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 09C/27C

Designation: 09C/27C
Dimensions: 11245 X 200
Surface: concrete
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 09L/27R

Designation: 09L/27R
Dimensions: 7500 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 09R/27L

Designation: 09R/27L
Dimensions: 7967 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 10C/28C

Designation: 10C/28C
Dimensions: 10801 X 200
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
Remarks: N/A

Runway 10L/28R

Designation: 10L/28R
Dimensions: 13000 X 150
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
Remarks: N/A

Runway 10R/28L

Designation: 10R/28L
Dimensions: 7500 x 150 ft
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway H1

Designation: H1
Dimensions: 200 x 100 ft
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: PERI
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 126.900 MHz
Ground: 121.675 MHz
Operations: 121.500, 122.950, 243.000 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 135.400 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

O'Hare Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 773-894-5492
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.flychicago.com/ohare/home/pages/default.aspx
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Customs

Open: 00:00:00
Close: 23:59:59
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: $5.17 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
Parking Fee: $0.60 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour; overnight rate $1.20 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: Peak surcharges during slot-controlled hours. FBO handling via Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Competitive pricing due to multiple FBO presence. Contract fuel available through major providers.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: Jet A
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal 5 handles international arrivals. CBP Global Entry kiosks available. FIS for GA at Atlantic Aviation.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement program. Fly Quiet program tracks airline compliance. No formal curfew. O'Hare Modernization Program may affect runway availability.

Alternates

KMDW

ICAO: KMDW
Name: Chicago Midway Intl
Distance (NM): 13.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KRFD

ICAO: KRFD
Name: Chicago/Rockford Intl
Distance (NM): 54.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KMKE

ICAO: KMKE
Name: Gen Mitchell Intl
Distance (NM): 58.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KSBN

ICAO: KSBN
Name: South Bend Intl
Distance (NM): 72.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

KMSN

ICAO: KMSN
Name: Dane Co Regl-Truax
Distance (NM): 94.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification

Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

A9119/26 warning

ILS out of service

NAV ILS RWY 28L U/S

2026-09-13 03:00:00 2026-09-13 09:00:00

A9324/26 warning

Runway closed

RWY 09C/27C CLSD

2026-09-12 07:01:00 2026-09-12 09:30:00

A9322/26 warning