Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is seven hours behind Tel Aviv, where Ben Gurion International Airport is located. Chicago follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your TLV 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 security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Tel Aviv to TLV takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to TLV:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ben Gurion International Airport, data shows 72.9% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Chicago
The best price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago flight is $840. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,339. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from TLV to Chicago if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Chicago and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from TLV to Chicago can help you lock in the lowest rate.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. After your flight from Ben Gurion 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, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Following your TLV to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest 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.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you stay within budget.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel near RFD. Get comfortable at one of these options after your TLV to Chicago flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are dependable companies for booking.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RFD ahead of your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Visit Chicago in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from TLV to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.