Flying from Cleveland to Chicago: what you need to know
All great adventures kick off from Cleveland's main airport, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE). Explore the options for booking a flight from Cleveland to Chicago departing from this base.
The primary gateways to Chicago are O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
A direct flight from Cleveland to Chicago takes on average 1 hour 25 minutes. The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, making it 1 hour behind Cleveland.
The most popular route for flights from Cleveland to Chicago is from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Choose from 113 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CLE to ORD is the 06:00 United Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 19:13 with American Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Cleveland to Chicago.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Once you've booked cheap flights from Cleveland to Chicago, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
Flying from Cleveland
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
You can get a direct flight from Cleveland to Chicago taking off from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE). Begin your journey at CLE and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
United Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Cleveland to Chicago taking off from CLE.
We make it easy to find a flight from Cleveland to Chicago with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Cleveland to CLE takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near Cleveland Hopkins International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Cleveland to Chicago, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cleveland to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Cleveland to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 21 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 46 minutes on public transport.
There are some cosy hotels to drop your things at near MDW. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Cleveland to Chicago at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland to Chicago
ج.م. 3,041 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cleveland to Chicago. A return flight starts from ج.م. 6,054. These prices can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from Cleveland to Chicago, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Cleveland to Chicago is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month for flights from Cleveland to Chicago. To avoid the crowds, visit Chicago in February.
Book your flight from Cleveland to Chicago for July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Cleveland to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Cleveland to Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Chicago itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Cleveland to Chicago. Whether you're after an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something with all the extras, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
