Flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 10 hours 30 minutes behind Guwahati, where Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from GAU to Chicago.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When booking your flight from GAU to Chicago, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a great option.
If you have a passport from India, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before you fly.
Central Guwahati to GAU is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 31 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
After a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near GAU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Chicago
C$1,111 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago. Return flights start at C$1,688. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from GAU to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 46 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from GAU to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month for flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago. To escape the crowds, head to Chicago in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from GAU to Chicago sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are highlights which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
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