Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Chicago: what you need to know
Approximately 8 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago.
Chicago is seven hours behind Brussels, where Brussels Airport is located. Chicago observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route, with seven weekly flights to choose from. You can travel from BRU to ORD at 10:10 with United Airlines.
To avoid missing your BRU to Chicago flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Start your journey at BRU and fly straight to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Brussels Airport to Chicago tickets.
Be on the lookout for deals with United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Brussels Airport to Chicago.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BRU to Chicago with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
BRU is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BRU:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Chicago
R 5,945 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Brussels Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 9,617. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from BRU to Chicago by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap Brussels Airport to Chicago tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BRU to Chicago.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The trip will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your BRU to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 2 hours.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel close to RFD. Check in to one of these stays after your BRU to Chicago flight:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RFD at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago. July is the most popular month for a trip to Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your Brussels 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 BRU to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Brussels Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.