Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your NCE to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from NCE to Chicago. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
NCE is around 6 kilometres from central Nice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near NCE? If you're catching an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Cote D'Azur Airport's on-time performance, 74.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Chicago
219 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is 397 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from NCE to Chicago. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from NCE to Chicago.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The journey will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your NCE to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and get going in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 137 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near RFD after your NCE to Chicago flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you'd like a compact for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available here from names such as Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago is a good move. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Visit Chicago in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCE 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 ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Chicago, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top sights which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
