Travelling from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Jeddah is eight hours ahead of Chicago. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to JED, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to JED departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
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Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) out of Chicago Midway International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to JED flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When organising your flight ticket from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
Flights that take off from RFD touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 76.19% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Grab a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Rs73,079 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Return flights start from Rs157,799. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to JED. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 37ºC. Book your Chicago to JED flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Jeddah
After booking your flight from Chicago to King Abdulaziz International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jeddah:
Jeddah Corniche and Jeddah Corniche are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Jeddah travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at سيتي ووك City Walk Jeddah.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Ash Shafā is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jeddah. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Al Shafa Park, جبل الطائف الأخضر and Sultan Park.
Want ideas for other well-known places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Head 137 kilometres north of Jeddah to Rābigh. Splash Water Park is one of the highlights in this area.