Travelling from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), the main airport in Chicago. Search for flights from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) that leave from this base.
1 hour 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport flight.
Houghton County Memorial Airport is located in Hancock. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with United Airlines at 9:35pm. Choose the first ORD to CMX departure with United Airlines at 11:40am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to CMX.
With more travellers during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport with United Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from ORD.
United is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to CMX.
United is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 68.89% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 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 conditions.
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Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to CMX flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CMX:
Getting from Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) to central Hancock
Central Hancock is around 5 kilometres from Houghton County Memorial Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)
R 2,994 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport. A return flight starts at R 4,041. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to CMX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Cheap Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX). July is the peak month for travel to Hancock. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
The warmest month in Hancock is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Chicago to CMX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport in February when temperatures are between -16ºC (3ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Hancock
After booking your flight from Chicago to Houghton County Memorial Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hancock:
Hancock has plenty of things to keep you occupied, starting with Quincy Mine - Mine Entry Point. Keweenaw Waterway Scenic Turnout is another attraction you have to check out.
Explore more of the United States
Green Bay is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Hancock. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Centre and Heritage Hill State Historical Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, consider Duluth, roughly 274 kilometres west of Hancock. Skyline Parkway, Aerial Lift Bridge and Skyline Scenic Overlook are key reasons to visit.
