Travelling from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Chicago: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago.
Dallas (the location of Dallas Love Field Airport) and Chicago share the same timezone — UTC-5.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is the most popular route, with 33 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from DAL to MDW is with Southwest Airlines at 22:45. Choose the first departure with Southwest Airlines at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from DAL to Chicago, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago that lands at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your ticket with Southwest Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago.
Once you've booked your cheap tickets from Dallas Love Field to Chicago, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
The journey from central Dallas to DAL takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near DAL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to Chicago
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago is Rs24,709. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs49,422. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DAL to Chicago.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 46 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near MDW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from DAL to Chicago at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DAL to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
After locking in your flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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