Flying from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL): What you need to know
Cardiff is six hours ahead of Chicago. Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to CWL, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Cardiff Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down as expected. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
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Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
From Cardiff Airport, central Cardiff is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cardiff Airport is $529. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,314. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to CWL, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL). Plan your visit to Cardiff in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your Chicago to CWL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Cardiff Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cardiff
Start your Cardiff trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Cardiff Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Cardiff when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Cardiff Castle followed by St. Fagans National Museum of History and St. David's Cathedral.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen Cardiff. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 241 kilometres north of Cardiff, Manchester is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
