Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 19 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago.
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 169 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MEX to ORD is with Viva Aerobus at 20:25. Choose the first departure with Volaris at 00:20 if you want to get going early.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from MEX to Chicago. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Chicago are available for booking. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will be where your journey ends.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MEX to Chicago. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Mexico and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in approximately 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 57 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near MEX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Chicago
$225 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $367. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MEX to Chicago, book your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 46 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from MEX to Chicago at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
When booking your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MEX to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Chicago, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Chicago travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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