Flying from Chicago to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF): What you need to know
New York Stewart International Airport is located in New York. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to SWF.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
ORD is located at 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 airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
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Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)
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The address for SWF is 1180 1st St.
Getting from New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) to central New York
New York Stewart International Airport is around 97 kilometres from central New York. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to New York Stewart International Airport is $207. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,234. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to SWF, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)
September is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit New York based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Chicago to SWF plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to New York Stewart International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
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Your New York visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres southwest of New York. No trip is complete without seeing National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
