Travelling from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport (EBB): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
The timezone in Entebbe is UTC+3, which is 8 hours ahead of Chicago. Entebbe International Airport is located in Entebbe.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to EBB, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
August is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Chicago to EBB is simple. Whether you want to potentially save cash on your fare or discover a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A major stop when taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is Dubai Airport (DXB).
ORD is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Searching for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and EBB include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to EBB, take it easy in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Reserve a hotel near EBB if you have a late flight from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to central Entebbe
From Entebbe International Airport, Entebbe is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Book a one-way ticket from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport from $1,055 or travel return from just $1,522. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Chicago to EBB if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight that fits your budget.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Entebbe in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago to EBB, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Entebbe, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Entebbe
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Entebbe:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Entebbe Botanic Gardens, Entebbe Golf Club and White Sands Beach are top sights which should be on every Entebbe itinerary.
Complete your Entebbe trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Chicago to Entebbe International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Entebbe. Browse the offers and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.