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Currency Exchange at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) offers currency exchange services for travelers who need to buy or sell currency before or after their trip abroad. Seaway Bank exchange counters are located throughout the airport's terminals and offer access to over 200 currencies, depending on availability. Major currencies like the Japanese yen, Canadian dollars, British pounds, and euros can be exchanged. Before visiting, travelers should verify the current exchange rates, transaction costs, and counter hours.

Currency Exchange in Chicago Airport 

For travelers heading to and from overseas locations, ORD Airport offers foreign exchange services operated by Seaway Bank. When arriving in Chicago, they can use the on-site services to convert unused currency or buy foreign currency before their departure.

Terminal 

Number of Centers 

Location 

Business Hours 

Terminal 1

2

At Gates C18 and B10 

09:00 A.M. to 06:00 P.M. (C18)

07:00 A.M. to 04:30 P.M. (B10) 

Terminal 2

1

At Gate F1

07:00 A.M. to 04:30 P.M. 

Terminal 3

1

At Gate K10 

07:00 A.M. to 04:30 P.M. 

Terminal 5

2

At Lower and Upper Levels 

08:30 A.M. to 05:00 P.M. (Lower Level)

08:30 A.M. to 09:00 P.M. (Upper Level) 

Currency Exchanges at ORD Airport

With no coins, more than 200 currencies are purchased and traded, including:

  • Aruba (florin)

  • Costa Rica (colones)

  • Korea (won) 

  • Canada (dollar) 

  • Japan (yen)

  • United Kingdom (pound)

  • Thai Baht

  • Vietnamese (Dong)

  • Bahamas (dollar)

  • Jamaica (dollar) 

  • Australia (dollar)

  • Europe (euro)

  • Mexico (peso)

  • China Renminbi 

  • Indonesia (rupiah)

  • Turkish (Lira) 

ATMs at ORD Airport

ATMs At Ohare Airport

While waiting for flights or after landing in Chicago, travelers can take out cash from ATMs located throughout Chicago O'Hare International Airport terminals.

Terminal

Number of ATMs

Available Bank ATM 

Location 

Terminal 1

6

BMO Harris

Bank of America 

At Gates B9 and C18

At Baggage Claim/Arrivals and Departures/Check in Level 

Terminal 2

5

Bank of America 

BMO Harris 

Near Gates E5 and E1

Near Departure and Arrivals Level 

Terminal 3

11

BMO Harris

Bank of America 

Near Gates K4, H5, H1, L2, and L3 at Departures Level 

Terminal 5

5

Seaway 

At Arrivals and Departures Level 

Cash-to-Card Kiosks at ORD Airport

For passengers who wish to change cash into a prepaid payment card, O'Hare Airport has cash-to-card kiosks.

Terminal 

Number of Kiosks/Machines 

Location 

Terminal 1

3

At Departures Level 

Terminal 2

1

At Departures Level 

Terminal 3

1

At Departures Level 

Currency Exchange Services Near O’Hare Airport

To convert foreign money, travelers can go to the following currency exchange companies close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. They should verify foreign currency availability, exchange rates, and service costs prior to visiting these locations, which are located outside of the airport.

Service Provider

Location

Lee Street Currency Exchange 

1528 S. Lee St., Des Plaines, IL 60018 

Dempster Landings Currency Exchange Inc. 

2606 E. Dempster St., Park Ridge, IL 60068 

CFSC Currency Exchange 

7505 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, IL 60714 

Cumberland Lawrence Currency Exchange 

4821 N. Cumberland Ave., Norridge, IL 60706 

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01Where can I exchange money at Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5 have currency exchange counters for travelers.
02How many different currencies can I exchange at O'Hare Airport?
More than 200 currencies are available through Seaway Bank's currency exchange service, depending on availability.
03Does the currency exchange at ORD Airport take coins?
No, foreign coins are not accepted; the service is only available for banknotes.
04What is the currency exchange's phone number?
For information on available currencies, travelers can contact Seaway Bank at (773)-462-0604. The airport provides (773)-831-7320 for general banking inquiries and operating hours.
05What is O'Hare Airport's currency exchange rate?
The currency and the state of the market affect exchange rates.
06Do currency exchange desks accept credit or debit cards?
Yes, major debit and credit cards are accepted, albeit there may be extra costs from the card issuer.