Flying from Medellin to Chicago: what you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Chicago taking off from here.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's primary gateways.
Medellin and Chicago share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Allow plenty of time to make your Medellin to Chicago flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Chicago
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Medellin to Chicago flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Medellin to Chicago flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Central Medellin to MDE is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a handy hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Chicago, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
69.76% of flights that depart Jose Maria Cordova International Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Medellin to Chicago. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is around 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). As soon as your flight from Medellin to Chicago has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Medellin to Chicago:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW can get you a lower rate.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Medellin to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get to by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Medellin to Chicago is a smart move. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
January is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Chicago, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your Medellin to Chicago ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from Medellin to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Medellin to Chicago:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 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, your itinerary will be busy.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
