Travelling from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD): What you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Ahmedabad Airport is located in Ahmedabad. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to AMD.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to AMD leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to AMD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near AMD:
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To get the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport flight.
Getting from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to central Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Airport to central Ahmedabad is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Currently, 266 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 695 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to AMD, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD). Plan your visit to Ahmedabad in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Ahmedabad is May, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your Chicago to AMD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ahmedabad
Start your Ahmedabad trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Ahmedabad Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Akshardham Temple and Centre of akshardham are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Ahmedabad to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres south of Ahmedabad, a visit to Surat will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in India, head for Vadodara, about 105 kilometres south-east of Ahmedabad. BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Laxmi Vilas Palace and BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Mandir are key highlights.
