Travelling from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport (STR): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport (STR) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Stuttgart is six hours ahead of Chicago. Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to STR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to STR leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is one of the main options between Chicago Midway International Airport and STR.
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to STR flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Stuttgart Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near STR and fast-forward to bedtime:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Stuttgart Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Stuttgart's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Stuttgart Airport flight.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport to central Stuttgart is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport is RM1,757. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,139. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to STR, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Chicago to Stuttgart Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport (STR). June is the busiest month to visit Stuttgart. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
Book a Chicago to STR plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stuttgart to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Stuttgart
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Stuttgart Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stuttgart:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz are top sights which should feature on every Stuttgart itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Stuttgart. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese.
Around 177 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart, Wiesbaden is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Holocaust Memorial, Das Badhaus Health, SPA & Wellness and Rheinsteig | Start- & Zielpunkt Wiesbaden.
