Flying from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 33 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 1 hour behind Akron, where Akron-Canton Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Choose from 30 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from CAK to ORD is the 07:15 United service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:15 with United.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from CAK to Chicago.
Popular months like July or vacation times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
You can book a direct flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago that lands at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Look out for deals with United. This airline operates direct flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago.
When flying within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago, make sure your ID is up to date.
CAK is around 24 kilometres from central Akron. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 56 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CAK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to Chicago
C$149 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$256. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from CAK to Chicago by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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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 your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect 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)
The centre of Chicago is about 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). As soon as your flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 46 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from CAK to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month for flights from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago. To avoid the crowds, visit Chicago in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CAK to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Akron-Canton Airport to Chicago, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
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