Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Chicago: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Chicago and Minneapolis (where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 128 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MSP to ORD is with Delta Air Lines at 20:55. Go for the first departure operated by American Airlines at 05:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your MSP to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago ticket. Begin your trip at MSP and end it at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago are operated by a variety of airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
MSP is about 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MSP:
Of the departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Chicago
Rs10,815 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs21,626. These fares can change depending on availability.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own speed with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from MSP to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is about 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Following your MSP to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel near MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
The journey takes around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your MSP to Chicago flight:
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Budget, Alamo and National.
If you're hoping for a specific model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RFD at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Chicago in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MSP to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Chicago, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.
