Travelling from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago.
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is located in Colorado Springs. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is one hour ahead of Colorado Springs.
With 18 flights a week between the two airports, Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from COS to ORD is with United Airlines at 13:24.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your COS to Chicago flight.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your journey at COS and travel nonstop to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago tickets.
Pick from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago. Get up and away with one of these:
COS is around 11 kilometres from central Colorado Springs. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near COS:
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.68% of flights that depart COS land on time.
The address for COS is 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago flight is $196. The cheapest price for a return flight is $372. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from COS to Chicago.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from COS to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is located around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
After stepping off your COS to Chicago flight, unwind at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be on your way in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take about 4 hours 15 minutes using public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel near RFD. Get settled at one of these options after your COS to Chicago flight:
Whether you'd like a mini for a solo adventure or a full-size SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the range of wheels available here from companies such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your ride from RFD well ahead of your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Plan your trip to Chicago in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from COS to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.
