Travelling from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) taking off from either of these bases.
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight.
Austin (where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
With 58 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:10am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from ORD to AUS is with American Airlines at 8:57pm.
Your flight from Chicago to AUS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) leave from this terminal.
Well-known airlines that have direct flights from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport leaving from ORD include:
The top choice among passengers flying between ORD and AUS is American Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking to fly out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) plane tickets are available from here.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to AUS are offered by Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from MDW to AUS.
Choose Southwest Airlines if being on time is your priority. Its flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport land as scheduled 82.73% of the time.
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 early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to AUS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that depart from RFD make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near AUS and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Pick up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and explore Austin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to central Austin is around 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 51 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 121 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to AUS if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Plan your visit to Austin in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Chicago to AUS plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Austin to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Austin
Start your Austin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown are highlights which should be on any good Austin itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Austin, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 225 kilometres east to Houston to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building to The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
San Antonio is another essential stop in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. No trip is complete without experiencing The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
