Flying from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is 15 hours ahead of Chicago. Busan Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Chicago to PUS. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to PUS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
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 conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to PUS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Flights that leave from RFD touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Consider booking a hotel near PUS if you have a late flight from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Busan Gimhae International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Busan. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Currently, 473 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 980 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to PUS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Chicago to PUS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
February is when most people book flights from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS). Visit Busan in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Busan is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Chicago to PUS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Busan
Start your Busan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Busan Gimhae International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Gamcheon Culture Village and Haeundae Beach are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Busan must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Busan, a trip to Daejeon will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs.
Gwangju is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 193 kilometres west of Busan. No journey is complete without experiencing World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.