Flying from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Varna is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Varna Airport is located in Varna.
Your flight from Chicago to VAR won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Varna 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 is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
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77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Varna Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
Flights departing from RFD reach their destination on schedule 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Varna Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Chicago to Varna Airport flight.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport to central Varna is around 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Varna Airport is RM2,007. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,388. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to VAR, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Chicago to Varna Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Varna. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Chicago to VAR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Varna Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Varna
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Varna right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Varna Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Sahara Beach, Beach Golden Sands and Opera Varna are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Varna itinerary.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Varna. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Stara Zagora is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Varna. No trip is complete without a visit to Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
