Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chicago: what you need to know
Around 13 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago.
Chicago is 14 hours behind Tokyo, where Narita International Airport is located. Chicago runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Narita International Airport (NRT) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with ten weekly departures to choose from. You can fly from NRT to ORD at 17:00 with ANA.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your NRT to Chicago flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Narita International Airport to Chicago tickets are available for booking. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is where you'll disembark.
Be on the lookout for offers from ANA. This airline operates direct flights from Narita International Airport to Chicago.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from NRT to Chicago. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
NRT is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to NRT? If you've booked an early flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Narita International Airport's on-time performance, 70.53% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chicago
$578 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Narita International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $1,244. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from NRT to Chicago.
May is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Narita International Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chicago and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from NRT to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Following your NRT to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be off and running.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near RFD and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late NRT to Chicago flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National will get you on the road.
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your ride from RFD well ahead of your flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Chicago in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Narita International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NRT to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Narita International Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.