Travelling from Stockholm to Chicago: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Stockholm to Chicago, there's a nice selection of airports you can jet off from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) are some of Stockholm's main options.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are Chicago's chief entry points.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Stockholm.
To ensure you board your Stockholm to Chicago flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Chicago
To pick up cheap Stockholm to Chicago flights, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Stockholm to Chicago across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap flight from Stockholm to Chicago is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Save money on your Stockholm to Chicago flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Stockholm to Chicago flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Stockholm to Chicago, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
85% of flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from ARN.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Break up your Stockholm to Chicago flight with a stop at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). One of the main stopovers between Stockholm Skavsta Airport and Chicago, it's a good opportunity to take a moment to relax.
NYO is around 88 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Before your flight from Stockholm to Chicago, why not spend an extra night away from home? Check in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport or Comfortable Apartment near Stockholm Skavsta Airport.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 91% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm to Chicago. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Chicago. Following your flight from Stockholm to Chicago, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Stockholm to Chicago, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to 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 Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Stockholm to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours.
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National will get you on the road.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Stockholm to Chicago is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm to Chicago. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chicago in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Stockholm to Chicago ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Stockholm to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Chicago, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and The Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among its highlights.
