Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is ten hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru, where Kempegowda International Airport is located. Chicago runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
To avoid missing your BLR to Chicago flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from BLR to Chicago. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Bengaluru to BLR takes around 1 hour 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near BLR. Whether you have an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
71.17% of flights that take off from Kempegowda International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chicago
RM1,783 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM3,035. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BLR to Chicago if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BLR to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BLR to Chicago flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 137 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near RFD after your BLR to Chicago flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're looking for an economy for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from companies such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago is a good move. As well as better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Plan your trip to Chicago in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BLR to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Chicago must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without experiencing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
