Flying from Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS). Explore your options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Chicago to Logan International Airport flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Logan International Airport is located in Boston. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Logan International Airport (BOS) is the most popular route. There are 142 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with United Airlines at 9:31pm. Go for the first ORD to BOS departure with United Airlines at 6am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Chicago to BOS.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
At ORD, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Chicago to Logan International Airport, including:
United Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ORD to BOS.
United Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
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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)
You can book a direct Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS) flight ticket with departures from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Work out whether leaving from MDW works best for your plans.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to BOS departing from MDW. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
Southwest Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the MDW to BOS route.
The most punctual carrier is Southwest Airlines. Its Chicago Midway International Airport to Logan International Airport flights land without delay 72.99% of the time.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Logan International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down when they should. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Logan International Airport (BOS)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Logan International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near BOS and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Logan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Boston's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week before your Chicago to Logan International Airport flight.
BOS is located at One Harborside Drive.
Getting from Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
Logan International Airport to the centre of Boston is about 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS)
Rs15,526 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Logan International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs33,210. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS)
May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Logan International Airport (BOS), while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Boston based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Chicago to BOS flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Boston to range from 16ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Logan International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Boston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Boston right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Logan International Airport:
Your Boston visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market.
Explore more of the United States
Boston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 290 kilometres south-west of Boston, a visit to Yonkers will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Westchester, Unity Park and Philipse Manor Hall.
Springfield is another standout destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres west of Boston. No trip is complete without a visit to Titanic Museum, Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Museums.
