Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 10 hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru, where Kempegowda International Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from BLR to Chicago.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from BLR to Chicago, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Bengaluru to BLR takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near BLR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago is C$596. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,140. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BLR to Chicago. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The journey 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 settle in after your flight from BLR to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago. August is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BLR to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
After locking in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Chicago must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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