Flying from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is six hours behind Katowice, where Katowice International Airport is located. Chicago follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your KTW to Chicago flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from KTW to Chicago with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Travelling from central Katowice to KTW takes about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to KTW? If you've booked an early flight from Katowice International Airport to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Katowice International Airport's on-time performance, 75.15% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Chicago
$1,075 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Katowice International Airport to Chicago flight. A return flight ticket right now is $906. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from KTW to Chicago. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Scoring cheap tickets from Katowice International Airport to Chicago is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across the month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Katowice International Airport to Chicago. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Travel at your own speed with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from KTW to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Katowice International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to MDW. Unwind and get cosy after your KTW to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Katowice International Airport to Chicago and make your way to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 4 hours 15 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to RFD and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late KTW to Chicago flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from RFD a few weeks in advance of your flight from Katowice International Airport to Chicago. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before securing your flights from Katowice International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Chicago offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Katowice International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from KTW to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Katowice International Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
