Terminal 3 at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)

Terminal 3 at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), with eight runways, serves as the main hub for several premium airlines, including Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Japan Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. It is equipped with 80 gates, which are distributed across 4 concourses that are designated as G, H, K, and L.

From Terminal three, the nearest terminal, Terminal 1, is connected airside through a walkway. Also, passengers can take the Airport Transit System to connect with the other terminals from here.

Illustration of Terminal 3 in Chicago O’Hare International Airport(ORD)

The table below gives an overview of the fundamental facts related to the 3rd terminal @ ORD:

Terminal	Terminal 3
Founded in	1960
Type	Public
Hub for	Spirit Airlines
Address	10000 W O’Hare Ave, Chicago, IL 60666
Official Website	https://www.flychicago.com/
Social Media	https://www.facebook.com/fly2ohare/ https://x.com/fly2ohare https://www.instagram.com/fly2ohare/

Airlines Operating from Terminal 3

Delta Skies, Virgin Atlantic, United, and many others are among the airlines serving the 3rd terminal of ORD.

Airline	Terminal(s)	Phone Numbers
Aer Lingus	3	1-800-474-7424
British Airways	3 (Dep), 5 (Arr)	1-800-247-9297, TTY: 1-866-393-0961
Cape Air	3	1-800-227-3247
Contour Airlines	3	1-888-332-6686
Iberia Airlines	3 (Dep), 5 (Arr)	1-800-772-4642
Japan Airlines (JAL)	3 (Dep), 5 (Arr)	1-800-525-3663

Baggage claim at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) 

Terminal 3 is located near the reception gates, specifically on the K and H Concourses. 

When you get off the airplane, follow the signs leading to the baggage claim area. Look at the baggage carousel screen to find your flight number, and this way, you’ll be able to get your baggage without any trouble. 

Location	Arrival gates, Concourse K and H
Operating Hours	24/7
Spirit Airlines Baggage Services	+1 855-728-3555
Baggage Services	+1 800-535-5225

Terminal 3 Lost and Found

Any items/baggage lost in Terminal 3 will be transferred to the airport Police Department. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) claims all items left at the security checkpoint. Baggage or personal items left on the airplane will remain with the airline.

If you want to ask about the lost, damaged, delayed, or left behind items, do reach out to the organizations below:

Organisations	Contact Information
O’Hare Airport Transit System (ATS)	(773) 601-1817lost@ohareats.com
Parking Facilities (Keys Only)	(773) 686-7530 (Standard Parking)
Parking Facilities (All Other Items)	(773) 686-2385
Restaurants/Food Service	(773) 377-7804
Hudson News	(773) 686-7535
Terminal 5 Customs Area	(773) 686-3157 (U.S. Customs)
Public Areas of the Terminal	(773) 686-2385 (Chicago Police)
Rental Cars (Multi-Modal Facility)	(773) 462-9515

Terminal 3 Lounges

At Terminal 3 of ORD Airport, the airlines provide multiple lounges for its customers. The lounges are also open to its Star Alliance members flying through Terminal 3.

The JAL/Iberia Admiral’s Club has three locations in the terminal, with access chargeable. One way to enhance the premium experience is the Flagship Lounge, accessible to guests.

Moreover, active-duty soldiers and their families were the only ones permitted in the USO Lounge at Chicago O’Hare International Airport Terminal 3. 

Here is the list of all the lounges that can be accessed at Chicago O’Hare International Terminal 3:

Lounge Name	Location	Contact Information
JAL/Iberia (Admiral’s Club)	Terminal 3Gate G8Terminal 3Gate L2ATerminal 3Gate H6/K6	(800) 237-7971
Flagship Lounge	Terminal 3Gate H6/K6
USO Lounge	Mezzanine Level of the Rotunda, G Concourse (behind security)

Food Outlets at O’Hare Terminal 3

The range of food outlets, from fast-food options like McDonald’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Starbucks to fine-dining experiences at Publican Tavern and Chili’s, is available to passengers.

There are also healthy options, including B-Smooth Smoothies, Green Market, and Fridge vending machines. No matter what kind of eating you are in the mood for, the options below will help you decide:

Restaurant/Vendor	Location	Hours of Operation
B-Smooth, Smoothies & Salads	Concourse K, Gate K4	7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
BJ Gourmet Market	Near Gate K15	10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Brioche Doree (2 Locations)	Near RotundaNear Gate K15	5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Bubbles Wine Bar	Near Gate H4	5:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Thurs-Mon), 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Tues-Wed)
Burger Federation	Near Gate L20	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Burrito Beach	Near Gate K4	6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
CIBO Express Gourmet Market	Concourse H, Gate H1	8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Café Descartes	Near Baggage Claim	6:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cake Boss	Gate H8	24 Hours
Chicago Cubs Bar & Grill	Near Rotunda	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Chili’s	Near Gate H2	5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Chili’s	Near Gate G10	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri), 6:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Tue, Wed, Sat)
Dunkin’ Donuts	Near Gate H4	24 Hours
Garrett Popcorn Shops	Near Gate H2	7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Gold Coast Dogs	Near Gate L4	4:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Goose Island Beer Company	Near Gate L10A	5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Great Bagel Company	Near Gate H10	6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Sun-Fri), 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Sat)
Green Market	Concourse L, Gate L3	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Half Moon Empanada	Near Halsted Food Court, Rotunda	8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
McDonald’s	Various Locations in Terminal 3	4:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Nuts on Clark	Concourse H, Gate H8	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
O’Brien’s Restaurant & Bar	Near Gate H5	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Breakfast until 10:00 a.m.)
Publican Tavern	Concourse K, Gate K1	6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Starbucks Coffee	Multiple Locations	Varies by location
Subway	Rotunda	5:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless	Concourse K, Gate K4	5:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Wolfgang Puck Express	Concourse K, Gate K12	Food: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. / Bar: 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Shops at Terminal 3

There is a wide range of shops at Terminal 3, from the most luxurious to the most basic stores. There are also vending machines, exclusive fashion shops, and plenty more. Stores like Brooks Brothers, Sunglass Hut, and Barbara’s Bookstore are just a few examples of the wide range of passenger needs that are being met.

Additionally, vending machines are stocked with high-end cosmetics, baby-care essentials, tech gadgets, and snacks.

Store/Vending Machine	Location	Hours
AG1 – Vending Machine	T3 near Gate H1	24 Hours
Anastasia Beverly Hills	Concourse K, near Gate K5	24 Hours
Baby and Travel Essentials (4 Locations)	Concourse G, near Gate G2Concourse K, near Gate K5Main Hall, near Gate K1Main Hall, near Gate H1	24 Hours
Barbara’s Bookstore (2 Locations)	T3, near RotundaT3, near Gate H4	6 a.m. – 9 p.m., daily
Brighton	T3 near the Main Hallway	7 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily
Brooks Brothers	T3 near Gate H3B	7 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily
Brookstone	T3 Main Hall, close to H4	6 a.m. – 8 p.m., daily
CNN Newsstand Chicago	T3 near Gate H5	5:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily
CVS	T3 Pedestrian Tunnel near CTAT3 Baggage Claim	24 Hours
ChiBoys	T3 Near Gate H6	6:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., daily
Chicago Essentials	Concourse K, Gate K12	24 Hours
Duty-Free Store	T3 near Gate K5	7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., daily
Hudson News & Gifts	T3 near multiple locations	Various hours
Hudson Nonstop	T3 near Gate K1	5 a.m. – 10 p.m., daily
IL Lotto	Various concourses	24 Hours, No Attendant
InMotion	T3 near Gates H2 & K12	6 a.m. – 6 p.m. / 5 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Kylie Cosmetics	T3 near Gates K1 & H4	24 Hours
Lego	T3 near Gates H1 & K5	24 Hours
Polly Pocket (Mattel)	T3 Near Gate K12	24 Hours
Premium Sound – Vending Machine	Various Gates (K1, L20, K5)	24 Hours
Sunglass Hut	T3 near Gate K5	7 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily
Talie	T3 near Gate H1	8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., daily
Therabody	T3 near Gate K12	24 Hours
Vosges Haut-Chocolat	T3 near Gate H4	6:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., daily

Services & Facilities at Terminal 3

A wide array of services and facilities is available at Terminal 3. For example, at Chicago O’Hare Airport, passengers will find several ATMs, charging stations, and Mamava nursing pods throughout Terminal 3. In addition, there is a shoe repair service, a full-service spa, and numerous water refill stations. A yoga room is available on the Rotunda Mezzanine for post-flight relaxation.

Facility	Location	Hours
ATM	Terminal 3, Concourse L, Gate L2A	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse K, Gate K4	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Rotunda	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse H, Gate H2	24 Hours
Body Charger	Terminal 3, Concourse K, Gate K8	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse K, Gate K15	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse H, Gate H1	24 Hours
Mamava	Terminal 3, Concourse G, Gate G12	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse K, Gate K1	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse K, Gate K5	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse K, Gate K19	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse L, Gate L24	24 Hours
Mother’s Room	Terminal 3, Rotunda Mezzanine	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Concourse L, Gate L6	24 Hours
	Terminal 3, Near Gate L24	24 Hours
Seaway Bank – Foreign Currency Exchange	Terminal 3 near K10	7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Daily
Shoe Hospital	Terminal 3 near Gate K2	9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily
Terminal Getaway Spa	Terminal 3, Concourse H, Gate H1	8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Daily
Water Refill Stations	Multiple locations across Concourses G, H, K, L	24 Hours
Yoga Room	Terminal 3, Rotunda Mezzanine	6 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Parking at Terminal 3

Selecting the correct parking option at ORD Terminal 3 is essential for a smooth travel experience. For short-term parking or a week-long reservation, you will find many parking options at the airport. The parking options are catered to the different requirements of the travelers.

The Main Garage offers parking with direct access to O’Hare Terminal 3. Premier parking is even closer to the terminal for an additional fee. Additionally, there are free parking spots in the Cell Phone Lots for quick pickups.

Parking Option	Details	Rates
Premier Parking	Closest parking within 300 feet of Terminal 3	63 USD per day
Valet Parking	Available at select locations	54 USD per day
Main Garage (Hourly/Daily)	Covered parking with direct access to Terminal 3	3 USD for an hour. 77 USD for the whole day
Economy Lots (F, G, H)	Long-term parking	15 USD- 22 USD per day
Cell Phone Lot	Free waiting area for pickups/drop-offs	Free

Transportation at Terminal 3

Multiple transport options in and out of ORD Terminal 3 are available. The CTA Blue Line Train, easily accessible from the lower-level concourse, is one option for passengers.

Also, the Airport Transit System enables the moving of passengers within the terminals and the Multi-Modal facility. In addition, transportation options include taxis, rideshares, and shuttles.

Here’s the brief info on the transport options in/out of Chicago ORD Terminal 3: 

CTA Blue Line	This line leads to O’Hare International Airport and gives possible access to both ORD Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The station is located on the lower concourse and operates 24/7.
Airport Transit System (ATS)	The people mover system carries passengers to/from ORD Terminals 1, 2, and 5. It also provides access to the Multi-Modal Facility (MMF) for rental car pickup and the Economy Parking lot.
Pace Bus	Passengers can take the Route 250 and 330 to reach the suburbs of Chicago. The service is provided by the Multi-Modal Facility (MMF).
Taxis and Rideshares	These taxis are allowed to pick up passengers from the lower level (Arrivals level) in front of the O’Hare Terminal 3 baggage claim. The rideshare, however, is on the upper level (Departures).

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Control of Terminal 3 at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)

The main activity in the terminal at O’Hare is the opulent shopping and dining experience. However, for travelers, the terminal is a complex maze of retail, dining, and other key amenities. A detailed map helps travelers navigate the terminal with ease. Below is the interactive map that displays key locations within Terminal 3, enhancing the passenger travel experience.

Terminal 3 is one of the busiest terminals at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, offering passengers extensive facilities and amenities. There is a wide range of lounges, dining options, and shopping, catering to every traveler’s needs.

Additional amenities such as lost-and-found services, transportation options, and parking facilities further enhance comfort and convenience. Whether you’re arriving, departing, or in transit at O’Hare Terminal 3, it assures convenience and seamless travel at every step.

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