Travelling from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ): What you need to know
Barranquilla is one hour ahead of Chicago. Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport is located in Barranquilla, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to BAQ, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to BAQ departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport with a stop at Miami International Airport (MIA). A major connection between Chicago Midway International Airport and BAQ, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to BAQ flight:
76% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BAQ instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Central Barranquilla is around 11 kilometres from Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ)
Currently, R 2,865 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,930. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to BAQ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ). March is the busiest month to travel to Barranquilla. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
Book a Chicago to BAQ plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barranquilla to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Barranquilla
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Barranquilla right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport:
Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro and Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Barranquilla travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. Around 97 kilometres southwest of Barranquilla, a trip to Cartagena will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Colombia, head for Valledupar, roughly 177 kilometres east of Barranquilla. La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato are the start of reasons to visit.
