Flying from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
London International Airport is located in London. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to YXU.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to YXU leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to London International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to YXU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to London International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About London International Airport (YXU)
Have a late flight from Chicago to London International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near YXU and turn out the lights sooner:
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Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
Central London is around 10 kilometres from London International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to London International Airport is RM1,083. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,118. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to YXU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Chicago to London International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU)
July is when most people book flights from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU). Visit London in November if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Chicago to YXU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to London International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to London International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Forks of the Thames River, Fanshawe Pioneer Village and Storybook Gardens are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Canada, head for Mississauga, roughly 137 kilometres northeast of London. Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area are the start of reasons to visit.