Flying from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS).
Marseille is six hours ahead of Chicago. Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to MRS.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to MRS leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
74.85% of flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to MRS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MRS:
Pick up a Marseille Provence Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport is R 4,321. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,041. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to MRS if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Marseille based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Chicago to MRS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Marseille
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Marseille right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Marseille Provence Airport:
Les Calanques and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Marseille travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Explore more of France
Marseille has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. About 257 kilometres north of Marseille, a visit to Lyon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in France, head for Nice, about 161 kilometres east of Marseille. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are key highlights.