Flying from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE).
Cuenca (where Mariscal Lamar International Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-5 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Your flight from Chicago to CUE won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Getting away during a peak month like August? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to CUE:
About Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CUE instead:
Getting from Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE) to central Cuenca
From Mariscal Lamar International Airport, Cuenca is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 12 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport, $469 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $1,112. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find flight tickets from Chicago to CUE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Cuenca. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago to CUE, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Cuenca, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 19ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cuenca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Cuenca right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Mariscal Lamar International Airport:
El Museo de Las Conceptas and Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Cuenca travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
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