Flying from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago.
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is located in Lisbon. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is six hours behind Lisbon.
The most popular route is from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can select from four weekly services between these two airports. TAP Portugal offers a 11:55 departure between LIS and ORD.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LIS to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Start your journey at LIS and fly straight to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago tickets.
Book your favourite seat with TAP Portugal. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LIS to Chicago. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
LIS is around 6 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to LIS? If you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, 56% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Chicago
325 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts at 583 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap flights from LIS to Chicago by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado 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 hotels near ORD:
Booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from LIS to Chicago can help you secure the lowest rate.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LIS to Chicago flight:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado 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 usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach driving.
The journey takes about 2 hours when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to RFD. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your LIS to Chicago flight:
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so book your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
January is the quietest month for flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Chicago around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are highlights which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.