Flying from Chicago to Nadi International Airport (NAN): What you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Nadi International Airport (NAN) flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Nadi is 17 hours ahead of Chicago. Nadi International Airport is located in Nadi, which runs on the UTC+12 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to NAN. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Chicago to NAN that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and NAN include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Nadi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Nadi International Airport. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the options between Chicago Midway International Airport and NAN.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to NAN flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When reserving your plane ticket from Chicago to Nadi International Airport (NAN) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a pit stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
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 planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Nadi International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Nadi International Airport (NAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Nadi International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NAN instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nadi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji to explore Nadi and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Nadi International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Nadi International Airport is RM1,635. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,710. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to NAN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Chicago to Nadi International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Chicago to NAN.
Lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Nadi International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Nadi. June is when most people book flights from Chicago to Nadi International Airport (NAN), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Chicago to NAN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Nadi, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Nadi International Airport in August when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Nadi
After booking your flight from Chicago to Nadi International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nadi:
Fiji 4WD Safaris and Mana Flyer are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Nadi must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wailoaloa Beach Market.
Explore more of Fiji
Nadi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Fiji you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Nadi, a trip to Suva will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Suva Harbour, Albert Park and Ratu Sukuna Park.
Next up? Head onward to Nambukeru. It's around 97 kilometres north of Nadi and features highlights like Sawa-i-Lau Island.