| O'Hare International Airport is big and glossy, like a well-cared-for racehorse. Located on the city's suburban Northwest side, it is one of the busiest airports in the world, and on a holiday weekend, you can believe it. A hub for United Airlines, the sheer size of this terminal inspires travelers and distracts them from hauling carry-on luggage to departure gates.O'Hare is easily accessed by public transportation. The Blue line goes directly to the airport's core and you can find your way from there to any of four terminals, (cunningly numbered 1, 2, 3, and 5). Allow plenty of time to reach the gate, because the distances seem immense when you're loaded with luggage, and signage can be confusing for a first-timer. If you are headed for Chicago from O'Hare, you can share a cab with fellow travelers, ride in solitary splendor, take a van or the CTA, or rent a car. During rush hours, the $1.50 ride on the CTA is almost always a wise choice, as the 40-minute trip is not subject to the delays of traffic jams, but you should allow extra time regardless of your mode of transportation. |
