Travelling from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at Chicago's main airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN) departing from this terminal.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport flight.
Lansing is one hour ahead of Chicago. Lansing Capital Region International Airport is located in Lansing, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 10:05pm. Choose the first ORD to LAN departure operated by American Airlines at 8:14am if you'd rather not wait around.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to LAN. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN) can be booked from here.
When leaving from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to LAN.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 74.53% of its services arriving as planned.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to LAN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down without delays. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAN instead:
The street address for LAN is 4100 Capital City Blvd..
Getting from Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to central Lansing
The centre of Lansing is around 5 kilometres from Lansing Capital Region International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN)
RM958 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport. A return flight starts from RM980. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to LAN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN)
April is when most people book flights from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN). Visit Lansing in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Chicago to LAN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Lansing, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport in January when temperatures are between -14ºC (7ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Lansing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lansing right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Lansing Capital Region International Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Lansing when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Impression 5 Science Centre followed by Cooley Gardens & Scott Sunken Gardens and Potter Park Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Lansing. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Detroit is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres east of Lansing. No trip is complete without seeing Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
