Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Chicago: what you need to know
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is eight hours behind Jeddah.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your JED to Chicago flight.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from JED to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
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To get to JED from central Jeddah, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel close to JED? If you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of JED.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Chicago
The best price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago flight is C$625. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$902. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from JED to Chicago. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Scoring cheap tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chicago and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
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 King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
After stepping off your JED to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near RFD. Settle in at one of these stays after your JED to Chicago flight:
Start your journey without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted companies here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago is a smart way to go. In addition to better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before locking in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Chicago offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chicago:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are major attractions which should be on every Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you want to check out another major stop in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.