Travelling from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU).
London International Airport is located in London. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to YXU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to YXU. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to London International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About London International Airport (YXU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to London International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near YXU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Avis or National to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to London International Airport flight.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
Central London is roughly 10 kilometres from London International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU)
RM1,028 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to London International Airport. Return flights start from RM2,058. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to YXU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to London International Airport (YXU). August is the busiest month to travel to London. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in November.
Lock in a Chicago to YXU plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Chicago to London International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in London when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Forks of the Thames River followed by Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Explore more of Canada
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-east of London, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of London, Mississauga is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lake Ontario, Xtreme Escape Adventures and Lake Aquitaine Trail.
