Travelling from Chicago to Palese Airport (BRI): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Palese Airport (BRI). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
The timezone in Bari is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago. Palese Airport is located in Bari.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to BRI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to BRI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
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Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Palese Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to BRI flight:
77.88% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Palese Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Palese Airport (BRI)
Consider booking a hotel near BRI if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Palese Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Grab a Palese Airport rental car and explore Bari and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Felirent and Noleggiare are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Palese Airport flight.
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
Palese Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Bari. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palese Airport (BRI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Palese Airport is $775. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $938. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to BRI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Palese Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Save on your flight from Chicago to Palese Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Palese Airport (BRI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Palese Airport (BRI). Visit Bari in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Bari is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Chicago to BRI flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Palese Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bari
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bari right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Palese Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Basilica di San Nicola, Southern Mezzogiorno and Piazza Mercantile are attractions you won't want to skip in Bari.
Explore more of Italy
Bari is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres west of Bari, a trip to Naples will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Piazza del Plebiscito, Walking & Amalfi Coast Tours and National Archaeological Museum.
Around 177 kilometres west of Bari, Salerno is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Medieval Aqueduct, Duomo di Salerno and Arco Naturale di Palinuro.
