Flying from Warsaw to Chicago: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Warsaw to Chicago, there's a range of airports you can start your trip from. Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) and Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO) are among Warsaw's main terminals.
Arrive in Chicago at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
Jump on a direct Warsaw to Chicago flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 15 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago seven hours behind Warsaw.
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are eight weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Warsaw to Chicago is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 16:40. Go for the first WAW to ORD departure operated by LOT - Polish Airlines at 09:05 to maximise your time in Chicago.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Warsaw to Chicago flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Chicago
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Flying from Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Warsaw to Chicago, you can depart from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). Fly from WAW to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in one seamless journey.
Lock in your Warsaw to Chicago plane tickets with LOT - Polish Airlines. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from WAW.
Travelling from central Warsaw to WAW takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near Warsaw Chopin Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw to Chicago, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Warsaw Chopin Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from WAW land on time.
Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel a bit less hectic. When jetting out of Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO), you can book a ticket from Warsaw to Chicago stopping at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
From central Warsaw, RDO is around 88 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Warsaw-Radom Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Warsaw to Chicago flight:
With 97% of its departing flights arriving without delays, RDO is a reliable starting point for any journey.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is approximately 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Warsaw to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Chicago flight.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Warsaw to Chicago has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is approximately 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 30 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near MDW. Kick back after your Warsaw to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Chicago Midway Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Warsaw to Chicago and head directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach driving.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours.
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Chicago Rockford Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are reliable rental providers.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Warsaw to Chicago is smart. In addition to better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
The address for Chicago Rockford Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Warsaw to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Warsaw to Chicago ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from Warsaw to Chicago around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Warsaw to Chicago:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
