Travelling from Chicago to Georgetown: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Georgetown. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Hop off your plane in Georgetown at Georgetown Airport (GEO) or Ogle Airport (OGL).
The timezone in Georgetown is UTC-4, which is two hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your Chicago to Georgetown flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Georgetown
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Chicago to Georgetown flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it easy to book a Chicago to Georgetown flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chicago to Georgetown? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Consider adding a stop at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). It's a major stopover on a Chicago to Georgetown flight out of Chicago Midway Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to freshen up at the airport.
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to Georgetown? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Georgetown
Georgetown Airport (GEO)
Georgetown Airport (GEO) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Georgetown. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get off your flight from Chicago to Georgetown and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short journey from GEO, head for Courtyard by Marriott Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Guyana.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Georgetown Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or National and explore beyond Georgetown's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Georgetown Airport about four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Georgetown flight.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
Once your flight from Chicago to Georgetown has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Georgetown is roughly 6 kilometres from Ogle Airport (OGL).
Public transport will get you there in around 45 minutes.
After your flight from Chicago to Georgetown, tuck yourself in at a hotel near OGL. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Pick up a Ogle Airport rental car and see and do more with your own wheels. Europcar is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off in a flash.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from OGL a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Georgetown
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Georgetown. To skip the crowds, head to Georgetown in March.
Lock in a Chicago to Georgetown ticket departing in September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Georgetown to range from 22ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Georgetown in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Georgetown
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Georgetown right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Georgetown:
Guyana National Museum and Guyana Botanical Gardens are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Georgetown travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to St. Andrews Kirk.
Explore more of Guyana
You've done Georgetown, now it's time to explore other corners of Guyana. Journey around 88 kilometres south to Linden to tick off its leading sights. From Blue Lake Linden to bounceland amusement park and Richmond Hills Cliff Lookout, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Any trip through Guyana isn't complete without visiting New Amsterdam. Indian Arrival Monument and Shri Krishna Mandir are among the highlights in this destination, which is about 97 kilometres southeast of Georgetown.
