Flying from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX).
Granada Airport is located in Granada. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to GRX, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
August is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Chicago to GRX that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between ORD and GRX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from Chicago to Granada Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Granada Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Chicago Midway International Airport and GRX:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to GRX? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Granada Airport (GRX)
Reserve a hotel close to GRX if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Granada Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
Granada Airport to central Granada is around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Granada Airport, C$549 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,247. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from Chicago to GRX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding flight tickets from Chicago to Granada Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Chicago to GRX.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago to Granada Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Granada Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Granada in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Granada is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to GRX in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -2ºC and 11ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Granada Airport.
More about Granada
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Granada Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Granada:
One of the best ways to experience Granada is to visit its top sights. Highlights include Alhambra, Abadia del Sacromonte (Sacromonte Abbey) and Granada Cathedral.
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