Flying from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago is 3 hours.
Southwest Florida International Airport is located in Fort Myers. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is one hour behind Fort Myers.
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route, with 51 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from RSW to ORD is with Spirit Airlines at 21:46. Go for the first departure with American Airlines at 05:53 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RSW to Chicago flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago ticket. Begin your journey at RSW and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago. The most popular include:
RSW is around 16 kilometres from central Fort Myers. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near RSW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
77.32% of flights taking off from Southwest Florida International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
RSW is located at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago flight is Rs34,704. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs58,992. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RSW to Chicago, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from RSW to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Public transport will get you there in around 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your RSW to Chicago flight:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 137 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago.
The journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel near RFD. Get settled at one of these stays after your RSW to Chicago flight:
Stay in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are dependable companies for booking.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RFD a few weeks in advance of your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Chicago in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
When booking your Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RSW to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Chicago, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.