Travelling from Chicago to Mercedita Airport (PSE): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Mercedita Airport (PSE).
Ponce is one hour ahead of Chicago. Mercedita Airport is located in Ponce, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Your flight from Chicago to PSE won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Chicago to PSE even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is an option when departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Mercedita Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Orlando International Airport (MCO). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Chicago to Mercedita Airport (PSE) departing Chicago Midway International Airport.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to PSE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Mercedita Airport flight:
Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Mercedita Airport (PSE)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Chicago to Mercedita Airport. Aloft Ponce Hotel & Casino and Caribe Hotel Ponce are comfortable options near PSE.
Pick up a Mercedita Airport rental car and explore Ponce and beyond with your own set of wheels. Enterprise, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Mercedita Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Mercedita Airport (PSE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Mercedita Airport is $204. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $527. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to PSE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Mercedita Airport (PSE)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Ponce. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Mercedita Airport (PSE), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Chicago to PSE flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ponce to range from 23ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Mercedita Airport in February when temperatures are between 20ºC and 29ºC.
More about Ponce
Start your Ponce trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Mercedita Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Playa de Ponce, Plaza of Delights (Plaza de las Delicias) and Ponce Art Museum are major attractions which should feature on any good Ponce itinerary.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've seen Ponce, now it's time to discover more of Puerto Rico. Journey about 105 kilometres east to Fajardo to check off its popular sights. From Bioluminescent Bay to Salida laguna bioluminiscente and BioBay Fajardo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres north-east of Ponce, Luquillo is another favourite stop in Puerto Rico. Experience major highlights starting with Surf Beach Brian J. Ramos (La Pared), Playa La Pared and Alamar Luquillo Park.