Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 5 hours behind Faro, where Faro Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from FAO to Chicago, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from FAO to Chicago that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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You'll need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Portugal and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Faro Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
FAO is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to FAO? If you're catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Chicago
C$514 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Faro Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,095. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from FAO to Chicago, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Faro Airport to Chicago across each month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from FAO to Chicago every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to Chicago.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
Book a hotel near ORD if you're catching a late flight from Faro Airport to Chicago. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Faro Airport to Chicago has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 46 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from FAO to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Faro Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Chicago, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Faro Airport to Chicago, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from FAO 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
After locking in your flight from Faro Airport to Chicago, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Chicago and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Faro Airport to Chicago.
