Travelling from Beijing to Chicago: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Chicago.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are Chicago's chief entry points.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is 14 hours behind Beijing.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Beijing to Chicago flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Chicago
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Beijing to Chicago flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Beijing to Chicago.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Beijing to Chicago flights.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Beijing to Chicago flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The journey from central Beijing to PEK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Beijing Capital Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of PEK.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Beijing to Chicago flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Beijing Daxing Airport:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Beijing to Chicago? Check in to a hotel near Beijing Daxing Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Most flights that depart Beijing Daxing Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Beijing to Chicago. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
ORD is situated at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is located around 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). After your flight from Beijing to Chicago has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Beijing to Chicago, tuck yourself in at a hotel near MDW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway Airport rental car simple. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you stay within budget.
The address for Chicago Midway Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Beijing to Chicago has landed. Central Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours.
Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Chicago Rockford Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable names here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Beijing to Chicago is a smart way to go. As well as better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
March is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Chicago, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Beijing to Chicago ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Chicago, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among its highlights.
