Flying from Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to Chicago: what you need to know
Brasilia International Airport is located in Brasilia. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is two hours behind Brasilia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your BSB to Chicago flight.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a flight ticket from BSB to Chicago, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is one option.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Brasilia, BSB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near BSB? If you've booked an early flight from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
83.96% of flights departing from Brasilia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of BSB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to Chicago
R 4,682 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brasilia International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 9,060. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BSB to Chicago if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Follow your own route with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BSB to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near MDW. Unwind and get cosy after your BSB to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW can get you a lower rate.
You can find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel close to RFD. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your BSB to Chicago flight:
Start your journey without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable companies here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your ride from RFD ahead of your flight from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Visit Chicago in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Brasilia International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BSB to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Brasilia International Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-visits when exploring Chicago.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its popular sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
