Travelling from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
The timezone in Rotterdam is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago. Rotterdam The Hague Airport is located in Rotterdam.
Your flight from Chicago to RTM won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During high season, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Chicago to RTM with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and RTM include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, data shows 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to RTM flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near RTM and shut your eyes sooner:
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Getting from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to central Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Hague Airport to the centre of Rotterdam is around 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Currently, $890 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,355. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Rotterdam based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Chicago to RTM flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rotterdam to range from 13ºC to 25ºC.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rotterdam
After booking your flight from Chicago to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rotterdam:
Rotterdam Centraal Station and Erasmus Bridge are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Rotterdam travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out RooftopWalk Rotterdam.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the Netherlands you'll want to see. About 209 kilometres north-east of Rotterdam, a visit to Groningen will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
Apeldoorn is another standout destination in the Netherlands and is around 113 kilometres east of Rotterdam. No journey is complete without experiencing Paleis Het Loo, Het Loo Apeldoorn and Paleispark Het Loo.