Flying from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT): What you need to know
Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport is located in Mazatlan. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to MZT, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to MZT departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Monterrey International Airport (MTY)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and MZT:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to MZT flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
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 around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
Once your flight from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Las Villas Hotel & Golf By Estrella del Mar is a good option that's not too far from MZT.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport flight.
Getting from Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) to central Mazatlan
From Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport, central Mazatlan is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport is 99 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 204 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to MZT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT), while April is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Mazatlan based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mazatlan is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Chicago to MZT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Mazatlan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mazatlan right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Mazatlan Gen Rafael Buelna International Airport:
Malecón and Malecon are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Mazatlan to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Playa Las Gaviotas.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mazatlan, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 209 kilometres northwest to Culiacan to tick off its must-visit sights. From paseo del río Sinaloa Park to Jardin Botanico Culiacan and Reserva Ecologica, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tepic is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 225 kilometres southeast of Mazatlan. No trip is complete without a visit to Museo Regional de Nayarit, Zocalo Park and Antropología e Historia.