Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago leaving from here.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's chief entry points.
Chicago is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Rio De Janeiro to Chicago flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rio De Janeiro to Chicago flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a cinch to find a Rio De Janeiro to Chicago flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is about 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago, tuck yourself in at a hotel near MDW. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 129 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Take control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are some companies you can book with.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so book your ride from RFD ahead of your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago. August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to Chicago ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Chicago, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
