Flying from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Chicago to Liberia Airport flight.
Liberia is one hour behind Chicago. Liberia Airport is located in Liberia, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Liberia Airport (LIR). You can choose from 3 direct services each week. United Airlines operates a 7:45am departure between ORD and LIR.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to LIR.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR) can be booked from this terminal.
United Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Chicago to Liberia Airport leaving from ORD.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with United Airlines from ORD to LIR.
With a dependable 93.55% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to LIR. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Liberia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
74.85% of flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Liberia Airport, check out these options when heading out from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to LIR flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Whether just for an hour or a few days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more manageable. When jetting out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can book a plane ticket from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR) stopping at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Liberia Airport flight:
Flights that leave from RFD arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 76.19% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Liberia Airport (LIR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIR if you have a late flight from Chicago to Liberia Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Liberia Airport rental car and explore Liberia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and NU Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Chicago to Liberia Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR)
RM941 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Liberia Airport. Return flights start from RM1,827. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Chicago to LIR, book your plane ticket one month before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Chicago to Liberia Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR)
May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Liberia Airport (LIR), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Liberia based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Chicago to LIR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
November sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Liberia Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Liberia
Start your Liberia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Liberia Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Ponderosa Adventure Park and Ecologico Park are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Liberia must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museo de Guanacaste.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Liberia. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Limon is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 274 kilometres east of Liberia. No journey is complete without a visit to Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
