Travelling from Chicago to Long Beach Airport (LGB): What you need to know
Chicago's main airport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for departing from here when searching for your flights from Chicago to Long Beach Airport (LGB).
Long Beach is two hours behind Chicago. Long Beach Airport is located in Long Beach, which is in the UTC-8 timezone.
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 board your flight from Chicago to LGB.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Long Beach Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider starting your trip from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). You can book a direct Chicago to Long Beach Airport (LGB) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Catch your direct flight from Chicago to LGB with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of MDW.
Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for bookings on the MDW to LGB route.
Want a carrier that's known for punctuality? Choose Southwest Airlines. 80.17% of its flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Long Beach Airport arrive as scheduled.
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to LGB flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Long Beach Airport flight:
Flights that leave from RFD touch down at their destination on schedule 71% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Long Beach Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near LGB and fast-forward to bedtime:
The street address for LGB is 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
Long Beach Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Long Beach. The time it takes to get there by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Currently, R 1,811 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Long Beach Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,626. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to LGB if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Cheap Chicago to Long Beach Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Long Beach. September is when most people book flights from Chicago to Long Beach Airport (LGB), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Chicago to LGB plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Long Beach to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Long Beach Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Long Beach
Start your Long Beach trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Long Beach Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Long Beach when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at The Queen Mary followed by Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) and Long Beach Lighthouse.
Explore more of the United States
Long Beach has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 153 kilometres southeast of Long Beach, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres northwest of Long Beach. No journey is complete without a visit to Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.
