Travelling from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport (TEX): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport (TEX). Explore your options for departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Telluride is 1 hour behind Chicago. Telluride Regional Airport is located in Telluride, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to TEX, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
August is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, 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)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to TEX? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Telluride Regional Airport (TEX)
Reserve a hotel close to TEX if you have a late flight from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) to central Telluride
From Telluride Regional Airport, Telluride is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 12 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 29 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport (TEX)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport, C$425 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$999. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Chicago to TEX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport (TEX)
November is the quietest time to fly to Telluride. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Telluride. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Chicago to TEX during then and you can expect temperatures of between 2ºC and 20ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and 0ºC.
More about Telluride
Start your Telluride trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Telluride Regional Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Main Street, Telluride Bodyworks and Etta Place One are must-do's during your Telluride adventure.
