Travelling from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is one hour ahead of Regina, where Regina International Airport is located. Chicago follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your YQR to Chicago flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Regina, YQR can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Regina International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to YQR:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Regina International Airport, data shows 58.83% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Chicago
RM561 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Regina International Airport to Chicago flight. A return flight ticket right now is RM932. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from YQR to Chicago, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Regina International Airport to Chicago. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YQR to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Regina International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your YQR to Chicago flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Regina International Airport to Chicago and head for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes roughly 4 hours 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your YQR to Chicago flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Whether you're after a mini for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available from names such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Regina International Airport to Chicago is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Plan your trip to Chicago during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Regina International Airport to Chicago during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Regina International Airport to Chicago flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YQR to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Regina International Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key reasons to visit.
