Travelling from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Chicago's main airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) leaving from this base.
The average length of a direct Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport flight is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Akron is one hour ahead of Chicago. Akron-Canton Airport is located in Akron, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Pick from 39 direct services a week between Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Akron-Canton Airport (CAK). This is the most popular route when departing from Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to CAK, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) leave from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport with United Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from ORD.
United is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ORD to CAK.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is United.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to CAK flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Akron-Canton Airport (CAK)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CAK and hit the pillow fast:
You'll find CAK at 5400 Lauby Road NW - Box 9.
Getting from Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) to central Akron
From Akron-Canton Airport, central Akron is around 29 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport is 108 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 189 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Snap up cheap flights from Chicago to CAK by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK). June is the busiest month to travel to Akron. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Akron is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Chicago to CAK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Akron-Canton Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Akron
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All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, Portage Lakes State Park and C. W. Seiberling Mansion are attractions you won't want to skip in Akron.
Explore more of the United States
Akron is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres southwest of Akron, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, consider Detroit, roughly 209 kilometres northwest of Akron. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are key highlights.