Travelling from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Grand Forks (the location of Grand Forks International Airport).
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your GFK to Chicago flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like May? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Grand Forks, GFK can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Grand Forks International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from GFK land on schedule 82% of the time.
GFK is located at 2787 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to Chicago
284 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago flight. A return ticket right now is 372 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from GFK to Chicago, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across each month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from GFK to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is located around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your GFK to Chicago flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago and head for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 2 hours using public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel near RFD. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your GFK to Chicago flight:
If you're looking for a particular model or make, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the most popular month for flights from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Chicago in January.
Lock in a Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GFK to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to Chicago, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are top attractions which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
