Travelling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Caracas, where Simon Bolivar International Airport is located. Chicago runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CCS to Chicago flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from CCS to Chicago. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
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Central Caracas to CCS is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a hotel near CCS? If you've booked an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Simon Bolivar International Airport, 59.05% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Chicago
ج.م. 20,233 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 37,415. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from CCS to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CCS to Chicago can help you get the lowest rate.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your CCS to Chicago flight:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you save.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel near RFD. Settle in at one of these options after your CCS to Chicago flight:
Whether you're looking for a compact for a solo escape or an SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available from suppliers such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RFD a few weeks in advance of your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Chicago in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CCS to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
