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Chicago, Illinois

What terminal is United at ORD?

Chicago O'Hare International Airport

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Terminal 1

United's main O'Hare terminal is Terminal 1, using Concourses B and C. Some United Express activity can use Terminal 2.

GatesConcourses B and C
Check-inTerminal 1 for most flights
BaggageTerminal 1 for most domestic arrivals

What to know

International arrivals without preclearance normally use Terminal 5; confirm the operating carrier and gate for regional flights.

Airport terminal scene accompanying the United at ORD terminal guide
Airport terminal photo by MChe Lee on Unsplash

Airport layout

O'Hare currently uses Terminals 1, 2, 3 and 5. Terminals 1 through 3 connect after security; Terminal 5 is reached by the Airport Transit System or eligible transfer bus.

Getting to the gate

International arrivals without U.S. preclearance generally process through Terminal 5 even when the airline departs from another terminal.

Connections

Allow extra time for a Terminal 5 connection because many transfers require another security screening.

Quick answers

What terminal is United at ORD?+

United's main O'Hare terminal is Terminal 1, using Concourses B and C. Some United Express activity can use Terminal 2.

Where does United check in at ORD?+

United check-in is at Terminal 1 for most flights. Confirm it in the airline app before leaving.

Can I connect between terminals at ORD?+

Allow extra time for a Terminal 5 connection because many transfers require another security screening.

Can the United terminal at ORD change?+

Yes. Construction, irregular operations, and gate swaps can change the terminal. Confirm the operating carrier, terminal, and gate on your day-of-travel boarding pass.