Flying from Chicago to Bergen Airport (BGO): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago to Bergen Airport (BGO).
The timezone in Bergen is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago. Bergen Airport is located in Bergen.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to BGO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Bergen Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to BGO flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Bergen Airport flight:
Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their final stop as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Bergen Airport (BGO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Bergen Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BGO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bergen Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Bergen and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Chicago to Bergen Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Bergen Airport (BGO) to central Bergen
Bergen Airport to central Bergen is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bergen Airport (BGO)
R 5,425 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bergen Airport. A return flight starts at R 7,545. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to BGO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Bergen Airport (BGO)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Bergen Airport (BGO). June is the peak month for travel to Bergen. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
The warmest month in Bergen is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Lock in your Chicago to BGO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Bergen Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bergen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bergen right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Bergen Airport:
Your trip to Bergen wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include Bergen Fjord Cruise, Mount Floyen and the Funicular (Floibanen) and Bergen?.
Explore more of Norway
You've done Bergen, now it's time to explore other parts of Norway. Travel around 153 kilometres south to Stavanger to tick off its leading sights. From Kjerag to Lysefjord Safari and Gamle Stavanger, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres east of Bergen, Drammen is another favourite stop in Norway. Start your sightseeing at Drammen Spiral, Drammensbadet and Fjordparken.
