Flying from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport (VER): what you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport (VER) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Veracruz is 1 hour behind Chicago. Veracruz International Airport is located in Veracruz, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to VER.
If you're going away during a popular month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Chicago to VER. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
After a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Veracruz International 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 around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to VER? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Veracruz International Airport (VER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VER instead:
Getting from Veracruz International Airport (VER) to central Veracruz
Veracruz International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Veracruz. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 18 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport (VER)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport is C$181. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$432. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Chicago to VER. You're more likely to score a great deal and have more options for flight times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Set up 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 prices drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Chicago to VER.
Personalize your trip using filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport (VER)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport while March is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Veracruz, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Chicago to VER for May if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Veracruz to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport.
More about Veracruz
Start your Veracruz trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Veracruz International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Baluarte Santiago, Museo Naval Mexico and Acuario de Veracruz are attractions you won't want to skip in Veracruz.
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