Travelling from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC): What you need to know
Chicago's main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore your options for departing from here when booking flights from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC).
The average length of a direct Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport flight is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport is located in Gunnison. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to GUC. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When leaving from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport with United Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between ORD and GUC is United.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to GUC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
76% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GUC if you have a late flight from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Getting from Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) to central Gunnison
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport to central Gunnison is about 2 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC)
Currently, 246 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 278 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to GUC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC)
November is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC), while March is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Gunnison based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Chicago to GUC plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Gunnison to range from 4ºC (39ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -20ºC (-4ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Gunnison
Start your Gunnison trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Kick off your Gunnison sightseeing at well-known attractions like Gunnison Pioneer Museum and Van Tuyl Trail.
Explore more of the United States
Denver is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Gunnison. Around 209 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark.
Colorado Springs is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres east of Gunnison. No journey is complete without seeing Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.
