Travelling from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is four hours ahead of Chicago. Joao Paulo II Airport is located in Ponta Delgada.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to PDL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Chicago to PDL with a stopover. To explore the options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between ORD and PDL include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Logan International Airport (BOS). It's a key transfer point for flights from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) departing Chicago Midway International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to PDL flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from RFD arrive at their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PDL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and explore beyond Ponta Delgada's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
Joao Paulo II Airport to the centre of Ponta Delgada is about 3 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Rs133,261 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport. A return flight starts at Rs186,435. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to PDL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL). August is the busiest month to visit Ponta Delgada. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
Lock in a Chicago to PDL flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ponta Delgada to range from 20ºC to 24ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport in February when temperatures are between 12ºC and 17ºC.
More about Ponta Delgada
After booking your flight from Chicago to Joao Paulo II Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ponta Delgada:
Portas da Cidade and Seazores are just two of the big attractions to put on your Ponta Delgada must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Walking Trail - Rocha da Relva.
Explore more of Portugal
You've seen Ponta Delgada, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Angra do Heroísmo to tick off its popular sights. From Monte Brasil Caldeira to Historical Institute of Terceira and Se Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Portugal, consider Horta, roughly 274 kilometres west of Ponta Delgada. Naturalist - Science & Tourism. Whale Watching, Church of the Holy Saviour and Cabeço do Fogo are among the biggest draws.
