Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 16 hours behind Canberra, where Canberra Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from CBR to Chicago.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You'll need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Australia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Canberra Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Canberra, CBR can be reached in about 14 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Chicago
C$1,176 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Canberra Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$2,032. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CBR to Chicago, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 54 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Canberra Airport to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 46 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near MDW. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from CBR to Chicago at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month for flights from Canberra Airport to Chicago. To skip the crowds, travel to Chicago in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Canberra Airport to Chicago in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CBR to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Canberra Airport to Chicago, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
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