Travelling from Palese Airport (BRI) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 6 hours behind Bari, where Palese Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from BRI to Chicago. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from BRI to Chicago that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you have a passport from Italy, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Palese Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
BRI is around 13 kilometres from central Bari. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Palese Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BRI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Palese Airport (BRI) to Chicago
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Palese Airport to Chicago is C$405. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$745. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BRI to Chicago. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Palese Airport to Chicago.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Palese Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is about 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Palese Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 21 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 46 minutes.
After your flight from BRI to Chicago, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Palese Airport to Chicago. August is the busiest month to travel to Chicago. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from Palese Airport to Chicago, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BRI to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Palese Airport to Chicago, browse our selection of hotels including:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Chicago and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Palese Airport to Chicago.
