Flying from Chicago to Palanga International Airport (PLQ): What you need to know
Palanga International Airport is located in Palanga. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to PLQ.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
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As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of 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.
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The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Palanga International Airport flight.
Getting from Palanga International Airport (PLQ) to central Palanga
From Palanga International Airport, central Palanga is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Palanga International Airport is R 6,079. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,157. 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 find cheap flights from Chicago to PLQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
November is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Palanga International Airport (PLQ), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Palanga based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Chicago to PLQ plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Palanga, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Palanga International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Palanga
Start your Palanga trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Palanga International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Palanga Beach and The Sculpture Park are just two of the major attractions to put on your Palanga itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Vanagupe Beach.
Explore more of Lithuania
You've seen Palanga, now it's time to explore other parts of Lithuania. Travel around 209 kilometres southeast to Kaunas to tick off its leading sights. From Street art to Unity Square and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Siauliai is another well-known destination in Lithuania and is around 137 kilometres east of Palanga. No trip is complete without seeing Railway Museum, Photography Museum and Telefonijos muziejus.
