Travelling from Chicago to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Chicago has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to La Union Airport (POP) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Puerto Plata is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Chicago to POP.
Flying during a peak time like August? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Chicago to POP. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
ORD is roughly 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to La Union Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to La Union Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Chicago Midway International Airport and POP:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to POP:
About La Union Airport (POP)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to La Union Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near POP:
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
La Union Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Puerto Plata. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to La Union Airport (POP)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to La Union Airport is C$468. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$706. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find flight tickets from Chicago to POP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to La Union Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from Chicago to POP every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Chicago to La Union Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to La Union Airport (POP)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Chicago to La Union Airport. March is the busiest month for a trip to Puerto Plata. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to POP for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Puerto Plata to range from 23ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Chicago to La Union Airport in February when temperatures average between 19ºC and 27ºC.
More about Puerto Plata
Start your Puerto Plata trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to La Union Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Mount Isabel de Torres are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Puerto Plata itinerary.
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