Travelling from Venice to Chicago: what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Venice to Chicago. Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF) are the two main airports in Venice.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Chicago, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the major hubs.
10 hours is the average duration of a direct flight from Venice to Chicago. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 6 hours behind Venice.
The busiest route for flights from Venice to Chicago is from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take your pick of 3 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from VCE to ORD is the 14:50 American Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 14:50 with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Venice to Chicago, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You will need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Italy and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Venice to Chicago, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Set out from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) on a nonstop flight from Venice to Chicago. From VCE, you can fly directly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You can book a direct flight from Venice to Chicago with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from VCE.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Venice, VCE can be reached in about 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 46 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Venice to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
TSF is around 40 kilometres from central Venice. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Venice to Chicago? Kick back in a hotel near Treviso Airport before your adventure officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
It takes around 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ORD if you're taking a late flight from Venice to Chicago. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is located around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). As soon as your flight from Venice to Chicago has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Venice to Chicago:
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Venice to Chicago is C$506. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$740. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from Venice to Chicago by booking at least 2 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Venice to Chicago. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Chicago
February is the quietest month for flights from Venice to Chicago, while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Venice to Chicago in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from Venice to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Venice to Chicago, check out 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 major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
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