Flying from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 10 hours 30 minutes behind Surat, where Surat Gujarat Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from STV to Chicago. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from STV to Chicago, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a great option.
If you have a passport from India, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Travelling from central Surat to STV takes about 58 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near STV:
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Chicago
$825 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago. Return flights start at $1,634. These prices may change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from STV to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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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 taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 46 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from STV to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Chicago, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before you book a flight from Surat Gujarat 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.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from STV to Chicago sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chicago:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
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