Flying from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) (BOI): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) (BOI) setting off from either of these.
Boise is 1 hour behind Chicago. Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) is located in Boise, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Your flight from Chicago to BOI won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like August? High seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Want a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) operates direct flights from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) (BOI).
United offers direct flights from Chicago to BOI departing from MDW. Book your preferred aisle seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to BOI? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI)
Reserve a hotel close to BOI if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI) to central Boise
From Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport, Boise is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport from $120 or travel return from just $242. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Chicago to BOI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport across the entire month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Boise, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before you book a flight from Chicago to BOI, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Boise, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Boise
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Boise:
One of the best ways to experience Boise is to visit its top attractions. Some highlights include Idaho State Capitol Building, Old Idaho Penitentiary and Zoo Boise.
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