Travelling from Chicago to Burlington International Airport (BTV): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport (BTV). Explore your options for leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Chicago to Burlington International Airport flight.
Burlington is one hour ahead of Chicago. Burlington International Airport is located in Burlington, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington International Airport (BTV) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:10am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from ORD to BTV is with American Airlines at 7:01pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to BTV. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport (BTV) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You'll find a direct flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport with United Airlines. This leading airline operates services from ORD.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ORD and BTV is United Airlines.
With 76.64% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to BTV flight:
77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Chicago to Burlington International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down as expected. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Burlington International Airport (BTV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BTV instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Burlington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Alamo to explore Burlington and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Burlington International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
BTV is located at 1200 Airport Drive, Number 1.
Getting from Burlington International Airport (BTV) to central Burlington
Central Burlington is around 5 kilometres from Burlington International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Burlington International Airport (BTV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Burlington International Airport is RM876. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM823. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Snap up cheap flights from Chicago to BTV by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Burlington International Airport (BTV)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport (BTV). September is when most people visit Burlington. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in February.
When booking your Chicago to BTV plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Burlington, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Burlington International Airport in January when temperatures are between -15ºC (5ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Burlington
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Burlington right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Burlington International Airport:
Your Burlington visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Lake Champlain Ferries, ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Centre - Leahy Centre for Lake Champlain and Waterfront Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Burlington, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres south-east to Boston to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of Fine Arts Boston to Freedom Trail and Quincy Market, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, consider Worcester, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Burlington. Worcester Art Museum, Redemption Rock Brewing and Union Station are the start of reasons to visit.
