Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Chicago is two hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located. Chicago runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
With 42 flights a week between the two airports, John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SNA to ORD is with United Airlines at 17:01.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your SNA to Chicago flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Start your journey at SNA and travel nonstop to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That will be your arrival point when searching for John Wayne Airport to Chicago tickets.
Keep an eye out for offers from American Airlines. This airline has direct flights from John Wayne Airport to Chicago.
The journey from central Santa Ana to SNA takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near SNA. Whether you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
John Wayne Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SNA arrive at their destination without delay.
SNA's address is 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Chicago
$175 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $350. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SNA to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your John Wayne Airport to Chicago ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
For the lowest price, book your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SNA to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Settle in and get cosy after your SNA to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours using public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to RFD and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late SNA to Chicago flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
If you're hoping for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Secure your ride from RFD a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago. July is the most popular month to travel to Chicago. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your John Wayne Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SNA to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Chicago, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of top attractions to add to your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
