Flying from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI): What you need to know
Siem Reap is 13 hours ahead of Chicago. Siem Reap Angkor Airport is located in Siem Reap, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to SAI.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to SAI flight:
76% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport flight:
Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Consider checking in to Chansor Community Homestay 18 after your flight from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. It's a quick drive from SAI and a comfortable option if you want to get some rest right away.
Getting from Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) to central Siem Reap
Central Siem Reap is about 40 kilometres from Siem Reap Angkor Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Currently, Rs143,388 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs307,917. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to SAI. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI). February is the most popular month to visit Siem Reap. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in September.
Before locking in your Chicago to SAI plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Siem Reap, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 38ºC.
January has temperatures of between 18ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Siem Reap
After booking your flight from Chicago to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Siem Reap:
Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Siem Reap to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ta Prohm.
Explore more of Cambodia
Phnom Penh is just one of the many cities in Cambodia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Siem Reap. Around 209 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Royal Palace, Genocide museum and Documentation Centre of Cambodia.
