Travelling from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): What you need to know
Tbilisi is ten hours ahead of Chicago. Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is located in Tbilisi, which runs on the UTC+4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to TBS. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to TBS with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and TBS include:
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Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to TBS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip 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 about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Book a hotel close to TBS if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
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Getting from Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Tbilisi. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Right now, Rs122,693 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs213,806. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to TBS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS). August is the peak month for travel to Tbilisi. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
Lock in a Chicago to TBS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tbilisi to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 8ºC.
More about Tbilisi
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tbilisi:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Peace Bridge, Georgian National Museum and Vorontsov's Palace are must-do's during your Tbilisi adventure.
Explore more of Georgia
You've done Tbilisi, now it's time to discover other corners of Georgia. Journey around 193 kilometres west to Kutaisi to tick off its popular sights. From Bagrati Cathedral to St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Batumi is another must-experience destination in Georgia and is around 274 kilometres west of Tbilisi. No journey is complete without experiencing Batumi Boulevard Fountains, Miracle Park and Dancing Fountains, Batumi.