1-3 Hours at Chicago O'Hare
Maeve Power
Have you got 1-3 hours to spare at Chicago O'Hare? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Work Out
Hilton Chicago O’Hare AirportTravel downtime is a great opportunity to work on maintaining and building your fitness routine. Don’t spend your time sitting and waiting at the gate. Head to Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport and get in a workout before your flight. The hotel is within walking distance to all domestic terminals via underground walkways and shuttles are available for international terminals. The fitness centre and pool with sauna offer the perfect opportunity for business travelers to work out and refresh before or after their flight.If you don’t feel like working out but still want to freshen up before your next flight, you can go to the Hilton and use their shower facilities. Full-service locker rooms are available to store your bags while you freshen up.Sanctifly members can use a pass to visit the Hilton O’Hare leisure facilities. You can find and book a gym experience over on the 'Facilities' tab.From Terminals 1, 2, and 3 make your way to the baggage claim areas and follow the signs to "Hilton."Get A Massage
XpresSpa | Terminal 5Melt away the stress and tension of traveling with one of the exclusive XpresSpa relaxing massages, facials, nail and/or waxing treatments. Take back your airport downtime and use it to relax and energize before catching your next flight. Treatments range from 15 to 90 minutes, depending on how much time you have available. Opening hours 9:00 – 21:00. Use a Sanctifly pass to get a $30 voucher which can be redeemed against any XpresSpa services.The spa is located past security in Terminal 5, near Gate M11.Grab A Quick Bite
Tortas FronteraEnjoy the delicious flavors of Mexico at Tortas Frontera. There are 3 locations in O’Hare at Terminal 1, 3 & 5. The locations in Terminal 1 & 3 are open from 5.30 to 21:00 and the location in Terminal 5 is open from 10:00 to 17.30. Enjoy fresh tortilla chips with salsa, soups, salads and of course freshly made Tortas. Absolutely delicious!Enjoy A Sit Down Meal
Wicker Park Seafood & SushiIf you are looking for a more substantial meal to see you through your next flight head to Wicker Park Seafood & Sushi in Terminal 1 & Terminal 2. Watch a professional sushi chef make each sushi roll to order or enjoy traditional miso soup or the raw bar. Expand your palette and load up on nourishing omega 3 before the next leg of your journey.Luggage Storage
Safe Locker StorageUnfortunately, there are no luggage storage facilities available in Chicago O’Hare Airport. However, there are some options close by. Safe Locker Storage is located just 2.3 miles from the airport at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago Mall. These full automated self-service lockers are available in 2 sizes, medium and large. Medium lockers cost $4.99 up to 3 hours and large lockers cost $9.99 up to 3 hours. Reserve a locker online and pay when you store your bags.Located on the second floor of the Fashion Outlets Mall, 1.6 miles from the airport. Lockers are available between 10:00 and 21:00. Walk to the mall in approx. 30 minutes or hope on the Blue Line to Rosemount.You can also try these options:- Ask at the airport information desk for recommendations on nearby luggage storage facilities.
- If you are heading downtown, check for luggage storage lockers at bus and train terminals
- Use Google to find a luggage storage service. There are lots of apps and websites that offer luggage storage options on large cities across the US.