Travelling from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN): What you need to know
Chicago's main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore your departure options from this base when reserving your flights from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN).
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport flight.
Joplin's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago. Joplin Regional Airport is located in Joplin.
You can pick from 7 direct flights each week between Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Joplin Regional Airport (JLN). This is the busiest route, with United Airlines offering a 9:25pm departure from ORD to JLN.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to JLN.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas, turn 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
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) can be booked from this terminal.
United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport leaving from ORD.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with United from ORD to JLN.
The top on-time carrier on this route is United. Its services arrive without delay 66.67% of the time.
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to JLN flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD make it to their destination on schedule 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JLN instead:
Getting from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to central Joplin
Central Joplin is around 11 kilometres from Joplin Regional Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)
Right now, $262 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $339. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Chicago to JLN by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Joplin. March is when most people book flights from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Chicago to JLN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Joplin, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Joplin
Start your Joplin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Joplin Regional Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Joplin trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Joplin Museum Complex, Grand Falls Dam Trail and Bonnie and Clyde's Joplin Garage Apartment Hideout.
Explore more of the United States
Joplin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 209 kilometres north of Joplin, a visit to Kansas City will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017.
Around 177 kilometres southwest of Joplin, Tulsa is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Philbrook Museum of Art, John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and OKPOP Museum.