Flying from Chicago to Castries: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Castries. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Hop off your plane in Castries at Hewanorra Airport (UVF) or George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU).
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago to Castries is 5 hours 32 minutes. Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Castries 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to Castries, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you hold a passport from United States and plan to travel to Saint Lucia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap flight from Chicago to Castries.
Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can get a direct flight from Chicago to Castries taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Start your journey at ORD and arrive at Hewanorra Airport (UVF).
You can lock in a direct flight from Chicago to Castries with United Airlines. This top airline offers services from ORD.
We make it easy to find a flight from Chicago to Castries that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 54 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Castries, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chicago to Castries, here's where you can stop when leaving from O'Hare International Airport:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Castries, take things easy in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Arriving in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour and 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel near UVF if you have a late flight from Chicago to Castries. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
The centre of Castries is approximately 3 kilometres from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU). Once your flight from Chicago to Castries has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 6 minutes.
The journey will take about 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Chicago to Castries, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SLU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Castries
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Castries is C$296. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$762. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from Chicago to Castries by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Castries. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Castries
May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Castries, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Castries based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Castries is September, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to Castries in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Chicago to Castries in February when temperatures average between 24ºC and 28ºC.
More about Castries
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Castries right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Castries:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Castries travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Immaculate Conception Church.
Complete your Castries trip with a car rental
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