Flying from Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA). Explore your options for leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Book a direct Chicago to Miami International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Miami International Airport is located in Miami.
Choose from 84 direct weekly services between Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Miami International Airport (MIA). This is the most popular route when departing from Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to MIA, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Get to your destination in one go from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA) are available from here.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Chicago to Miami International Airport departing from ORD. Get on board with any of these:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between ORD and MIA.
With 77.45% of its services landing on schedule, United is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Miami International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA) plane ticket out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Figure out if flying from MDW works better for your plans.
Southwest Airlines operates direct flights from Chicago to MIA departing from MDW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for bookings on the MDW to MIA route.
Flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Miami International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with Southwest Airlines than with any other carrier.
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to MIA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Miami International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from RFD make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Miami International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MIA instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Miami International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Miami. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA)
At the moment, R 475 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Miami International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 950. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to MIA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to go to Miami. March is when most people book flights from Chicago to Miami International Airport (MIA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Chicago to MIA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Miami, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Miami International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Miami
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Miami International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Miami:
Your trip to Miami wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
Explore more of the United States
Miami is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Miami, a visit to Cape Coral will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre.
Around 161 kilometres north of Miami, Port Saint Lucie is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Savannas Preserve State Park, Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens and Savannas Preserve State Park - Main Entrance.
