Travelling from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is ten hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai, where Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located. Chicago observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BOM to Chicago flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from BOM to Chicago, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
BOM is about 13 kilometres from central Mumbai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BOM:
61.63% of flights departing from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Chicago
$666 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago flight. Return flight tickets start from $797. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BOM to Chicago if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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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 takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Explore without limits with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BOM to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your BOM to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago and make your way to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take roughly 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your BOM to Chicago flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you're looking for a mini for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from companies such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RFD well ahead of your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before booking your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Chicago offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BOM to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without experiencing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.