Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is eight hours behind Ankara, where Esenboga International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your ESB to Chicago flight.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from ESB to Chicago, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Ankara, ESB can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ESB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Esenboga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.41% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Chicago
$783 is currently the best price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Chicago flight. Return plane tickets start at $929. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ESB to Chicago. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Go where the road takes you with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ESB to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your ESB to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 137 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago.
Public transport can take you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel near RFD. Check in to one of these stays after your ESB to Chicago flight:
Stay in control of the next part of your trip by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're hoping for a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from RFD at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before securing your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Chicago offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Esenboga International Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ESB to Chicago around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Chicago:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
