Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 15 hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BNE to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BNE to Chicago with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
BNE is about 10 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near BNE. Whether you have an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
66.16% of flights that leave from Brisbane Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Chicago flight is $1,200. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,813. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BNE to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Travel at your own speed with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Chicago and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BNE to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your BNE to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes roughly 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to RFD and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late BNE to Chicago flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Brisbane 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
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Chicago in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Brisbane Airport to Chicago flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNE to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, your itinerary will be busy.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.