Travelling from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT): What you need to know
Chicago's main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Check out your options for departing from this base when searching for flights from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT).
The average duration of a direct Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Harrisburg International Airport is located in Harrisburg. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
With 51 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:10am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from ORD to MDT is with American Airlines at 8:23pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to MDT.
July is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Go straight to your destination from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport with United Airlines. This popular airline operates services from ORD.
United is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to MDT.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 73.2% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to MDT flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that leave from RFD reach their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
Reserve a hotel near MDT if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
You'll find MDT at One Terminal Drive.
Getting from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) to central Harrisburg
From Harrisburg International Airport, central Harrisburg is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport is $292. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $460. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to MDT.
The best month for finding cheap Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT). July is the busiest month to travel to Harrisburg. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
The warmest month in Harrisburg is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Chicago to MDT plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Harrisburg
Start your Harrisburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Harrisburg International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. City Island Harrisburg, The State Museum of Pennsylvania and Wildwood Park are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Harrisburg itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Harrisburg, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 241 kilometres east to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 137 kilometres east of Harrisburg. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.