Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 10 hours 30 minutes behind Pune, where Pune Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from PNQ to Chicago.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Whether you'd prefer to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make on your flight from PNQ to Chicago.
If you hold a passport from India, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Pune Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Pune, PNQ can be reached in about 27 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to PNQ? If you've booked an early flight from Pune Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chicago
ج.م. 24,328 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Pune Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 43,926. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PNQ to Chicago if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Pune Airport to Chicago is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Pune Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Pune Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from PNQ to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Pune Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Pune Airport to Chicago for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from PNQ to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Pune Airport to Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Chicago must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
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