Flying from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): What you need to know
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Borg El Arab Airport is located in Alexandria.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to HBE.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to HBE flight, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours or so if you take public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from RFD land at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Reserve a hotel near HBE if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport flight.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
From Borg El Arab Airport, central Alexandria is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Rs132,409 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport. Return flights start at Rs238,807. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to HBE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE). July is when most people visit Alexandria. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in November.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Chicago to HBE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport in February when temperatures are between 11ºC and 21ºC.
More about Alexandria
After booking your flight from Chicago to Borg El Arab Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Alexandria:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach are essential stops on your Alexandria itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Alexandria, a trip to Cairo will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres southeast of Alexandria. No trip is complete without seeing Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
