Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 6 hours behind Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from BER to Chicago. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to find a flight from BER to Chicago that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Germany and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
BER is around 27 kilometres from central Berlin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 36 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 36 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near BER. Whether you're catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Chicago
C$505 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago. Return flights start at C$793. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BER to Chicago. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The trip will take roughly 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BER to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month for flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Chicago in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BER to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Chicago and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chicago.
