Flying from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL).
Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Chicago.
Your flight from Chicago to CWL won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to CWL departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Cardiff Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to CWL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Cardiff Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Consider booking a hotel close to CWL if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Cardiff Airport. Settle into one of these options and end the night sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Cardiff Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and see more of Cardiff and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Cardiff Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to the centre of Cardiff is roughly 14 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
At the moment, $464 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cardiff Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,179. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to CWL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Chicago to Cardiff Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Chicago to CWL.
Find a cheap flight from Chicago to Cardiff Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
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). Visit Cardiff in April for a more low-key escape.
Book a Chicago to CWL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cardiff to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Cardiff Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Cardiff
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cardiff right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Cardiff Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Cardiff Castle, St Fagans National History Museum and Cardiff Bay are essential stops on your Cardiff itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Cardiff. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. No journey is complete without a visit to The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
