Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chicago: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 15 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your ADL to Chicago flight.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Whether you'd like to discover a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find plane tickets from ADL to Chicago with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a popular stop on this route.
ADL is around 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near ADL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
75.6% of flights that take off from Adelaide Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chicago
ج.م. 33,667 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 70,106. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ADL to Chicago. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Adelaide Airport to Chicago ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from ADL 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 Adelaide Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your ADL to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will help you stay within budget.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to RFD and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late ADL to Chicago flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Whether you're after a mini for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available from names such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Plan your trip to Chicago in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Chicago during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Adelaide Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ADL to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chicago, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
