Flying from Chicago to Moscow: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Moscow. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Moscow has a range of airports you can jet into. Disembark at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
The timezone in Moscow is UTC+3, which is nine hours ahead of Chicago.
Allow plenty of time to make your Chicago to Moscow flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Moscow
To find cheap Chicago to Moscow flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Chicago to Moscow flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
ORD is about 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Moscow, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to Moscow? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Moscow
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO)
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Moscow. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SVO if you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Moscow. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
The centre of Moscow is approximately 27 kilometres from Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO). After your flight from Chicago to Moscow has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near VKO. Tuck yourself in after your Chicago to Moscow flight at one of these well-located options:
Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Chicago to Moscow has touched down. Central Moscow is around 40 kilometres from Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) and takes roughly 45 minutes to get to by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes about 45 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to DME and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late Chicago to Moscow flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Best time to go to Moscow
March is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Moscow, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Moscow based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Chicago to Moscow ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Moscow to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Moscow in January when temperatures average between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Moscow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Moscow right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Moscow:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral and Bolshoi Theatre are must-do's during your Moscow adventure.
Explore more of Russia
Nizhniy Novgorod is just one of the many cities in Russia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Moscow. Around 386 kilometres to the east, its top attractions include Pamyatnik Mininu I Pozharskomu, Ascension Cathedral and Andrey Sakharov Museum.
Around 467 kilometres south of Moscow, Voronezh is another favourite stop in Russia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Resurrection Cathedral, Church of the Nativity and Planetarium.
