Flying from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX).
Book a direct Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Silao is one hour behind Chicago. Del Bajio International Airport is located in Silao, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX). You can pick from 6 direct services each week. Volaris operates a 2:18am departure between ORD and BJX.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Chicago to BJX. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When departing from ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport with Volaris.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between ORD and BJX is Volaris.
Among carriers operating on this route, VivaAerobus has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to BJX leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Planning to catch a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) plane tickets can be booked from here.
You can board a direct flight from Chicago to BJX with Volaris. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of MDW.
Volaris is the most frequently booked airline flying from MDW to BJX.
Break up your flight from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and BJX include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to BJX flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BJX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Del Bajio International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Silao's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
RM379 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport. A return flight starts at RM1,109. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to BJX. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX). Plan your visit to Silao in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Silao is May, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Chicago to BJX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Del Bajio International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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