Travelling from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago is 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is three hours ahead of Fairbanks, where Fairbanks International Airport is located.
Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with three departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from FAI to ORD is with United Airlines at 21:10. Choose the first departure with United Airlines at 20:44 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your FAI to Chicago flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago ticket. Start your trip at FAI and touch down at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Keep an eye out for deals with United Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago.
FAI is about 6 kilometres from central Fairbanks. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to FAI:
71% of flights that depart Fairbanks International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Chicago
176 € is currently the best price for a one-way Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts at 369 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from FAI to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your FAI to Chicago flight:
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 2 hours.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near RFD. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your FAI to Chicago flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago is a smart way to go. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FAI to Chicago around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
