Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is 11 hours behind Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your ISB to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from ISB to Chicago. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Islamabad, ISB can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel close to ISB? If you're catching an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Islamabad International Airport, 67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Chicago flight is RM2,417. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM4,300. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from ISB to Chicago, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ISB to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is located around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ISB to Chicago flight:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 2 hours.
Reserve a hotel near RFD and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late ISB to Chicago flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
If you're looking for a certain type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from RFD at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Islamabad International Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from ISB to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Chicago, browse our range of hotels including:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No trip is complete without visiting Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
