Flying from Chicago to Pune Airport (PNQ): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Pune Airport (PNQ) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Pune is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Pune Airport is located in Pune.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to PNQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Chicago to PNQ, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is an option when departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Pune Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive on time at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to PNQ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Pune Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Pune Airport (PNQ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Pune Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PNQ instead:
Grab a Pune Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Pune and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Pune Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Pune Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Central Pune is roughly 8 kilometres from Pune Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Pune Airport (PNQ)
Rs120,313 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Pune Airport. Return flights start at Rs253,443. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to PNQ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Pune Airport (PNQ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Pune Airport (PNQ). July is the peak month for travel to Pune. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
Book a Chicago to PNQ flight ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Pune to range from 21ºC to 40ºC.
January has temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Pune Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pune
Start your Pune trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Pune Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple are popular attractions which should feature on every Pune itinerary.
Explore more of India
Pune has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres west of Pune, a trip to Mumbai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Navi Mumbai is another standout destination in India and is around 105 kilometres north-west of Pune. No trip is complete without experiencing ISKCON Khargar, ADAI WATERFALL and Karnala Fort.
