Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 5 hours behind Madeira, where Madeira Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from FNC to Chicago.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from FNC to Chicago. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Portugal and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Madeira Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
To get to FNC from central Madeira, it takes around 41 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near FNC. Whether you have an early flight from Madeira Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Chicago
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Madeira Airport to Chicago is C$651. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,257. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FNC to Chicago if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Madeira Airport to Chicago.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madeira Airport to Chicago.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
Book a hotel near ORD if you're taking a late flight from Madeira Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Madeira Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 46 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from FNC to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Madeira Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Chicago, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Madeira Airport to Chicago for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from FNC to Chicago sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
After locking in your flight from Madeira Airport to Chicago, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top sights which should feature on any good Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Chicago and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Madeira Airport to Chicago.