Travelling from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) leaving from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
The timezone in Cleveland is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is located in Cleveland.
With 96 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from ORD to CLE is with American Airlines at 10:11pm.
Your flight from Chicago to CLE won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Get there in one go from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport with United Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from ORD.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ORD and CLE is United.
Among carriers operating on this route, United has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Think about kicking off your journey from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). You can book a direct Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) plane ticket from this hub.
Catch your direct flight from Chicago to CLE with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of MDW.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from MDW to CLE.
The top carrier for punctuality is Southwest Airlines. Its Chicago Midway International Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flights arrive as scheduled 77.98% of the time.
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to CLE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CLE instead:
The address for CLE is 5300 Riverside Drive.
Getting from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to central Cleveland
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Cleveland. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
R 812 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,624. These fares may change based on availability.
To snag cheap flights from Chicago to CLE, book your ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE). March is the peak month for travel to Cleveland. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in December.
Book a Chicago to CLE plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cleveland to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Cleveland
Start your Cleveland trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Cleveland itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Cleveland has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres southwest of Cleveland, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, head for Detroit, roughly 145 kilometres northwest of Cleveland. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are key highlights.
