Flying from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB). Explore your options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is located in Lubbock. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Chicago.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to LBB.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive 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)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to LBB flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that depart from RFD reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)
Reserve a hotel close to LBB if you have a late flight from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport. Pick one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
The address for LBB is 5401 N. Martin Luther King Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is $265. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $528. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to LBB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Lubbock. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your Chicago to LBB flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Lubbock, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Lubbock
After booking your flight from Chicago to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lubbock:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Wild West, The Buddy Holly Centre and McPherson Cellars Winery are top attractions which should be on every Lubbock itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Lubbock, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres north to Amarillo to check off its leading sights. From Big Texan Opry to Paramount Park and Route 66 Motor Speedway, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, consider Midland, roughly 193 kilometres south of Lubbock. Museum of the Southwest, The Petroleum Museum and Centennial Park are key highlights.
