Flying from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) to Chicago: what you need to know
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport is located in Ithaca. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 1 hour behind Ithaca.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from ITH to Chicago. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like October or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
After booking your flight tickets from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago, get your documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
ITH is around 8 kilometres from central Ithaca. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 52 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near ITH. Whether you have an early flight from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) to Chicago
C$373 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago. Return flights start from C$431. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from ITH to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 54 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you're taking a late flight from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 46 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to MDW. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from ITH to Chicago at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago. August is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ITH to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Chicago, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
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