Travelling from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) leaving from either of these.
Jump on a direct Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Wilkes-Barre is one hour ahead of Chicago. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is located in Wilkes-Barre, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 27 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 1:10pm. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from ORD to AVP is with American Airlines at 8:40pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to AVP, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) leave from this terminal.
United Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport taking off from ORD.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between ORD and AVP is United Airlines.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 78.43% of the time.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to AVP flight:
77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near AVP instead:
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For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport flight.
AVP is located at 100 Terminal Road.
Getting from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to central Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Wilkes-Barre. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
Currently, ج.م. 5,953 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 10,400. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to AVP, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)
July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP). Visit Wilkes-Barre in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Wilkes-Barre is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Chicago to AVP flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -11ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Wilkes-Barre
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wilkes-Barre:
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church and Luzerne County Historical Society are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Wilkes-Barre itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Luzerne County Courthouse.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Wilkes-Barre. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Around 161 kilometres south of Wilkes-Barre, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
