Flying from Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) to Chicago: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 5 minutes.
Eagle County Regional Airport is located in Vail. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is one hour ahead of Vail.
The most popular route is from Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Choose from eight weekly services between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 07:50 departure between EGE and ORD.
To avoid rushing for your EGE to Chicago flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time such as March? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago ticket. Start your trip at EGE and end it at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
United Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago.
The journey from central Vail to EGE takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near EGE:
66% of flights taking off from Eagle County Regional Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) to Chicago
$284 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago flight. A return ticket right now is $576. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from EGE to Chicago.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from EGE to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Following your flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your EGE to Chicago flight, unwind at a hotel near MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you save.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 2 hours.
Stay at a hotel near RFD and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late EGE to Chicago flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so book your ride from RFD a few weeks in advance of your flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EGE to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Eagle County Regional Airport to Chicago:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are key highlights.
