Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chicago: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 15 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ADL to Chicago flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Whether you want to discover a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find flight tickets from ADL to Chicago with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a go-to stop on this route.
ADL is around 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near ADL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Adelaide Airport, 75.6% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chicago
$754 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,554. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ADL to Chicago. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ADL to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
Following your ADL to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel near MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to RFD and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late ADL to Chicago flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago is a smart way to go. Along with better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Plan your trip to Chicago in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Chicago during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Adelaide Airport to Chicago flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ADL to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Chicago must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.