Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is five hours behind London, where Stansted Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your STN to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from STN to Chicago with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
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Located around 48 kilometres from central London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near STN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stansted Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Stansted Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Chicago
ج.م. 15,439 is currently the best price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Chicago flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م. 25,302. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from STN to Chicago if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Stansted Airport to Chicago across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from STN to Chicago by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stansted Airport to Chicago.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stansted Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Fast-track your adventure 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 main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from STN to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Following your flight from Stansted Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your STN to Chicago flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 137 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Stansted Airport to Chicago.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes around 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near RFD. Settle in at one of these stays after your STN to Chicago flight:
Whether you're looking for a mini for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from names such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Stansted Airport to Chicago is a smart move. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before locking in your flights from Stansted Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Chicago offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Stansted Airport to Chicago flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Chicago, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
