Travelling from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport (RDM): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport (RDM). Explore your options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Redmond is two hours behind Chicago. Roberts Field Airport is located in Redmond, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to RDM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to RDM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Roberts Field Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Roberts Field Airport (RDM)
Reserve a hotel near RDM if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Roberts Field Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Redmond's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Roberts Field Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Roberts Field Airport (RDM) to central Redmond
From Roberts Field Airport, central Redmond is around 3 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport (RDM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport is R 2,553. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,758. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to RDM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport (RDM)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Redmond. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport (RDM), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Chicago to RDM plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Redmond to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport in December when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Redmond
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Roberts Field Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Redmond:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Dry Canyon Trail, Dry Canyon Park & Trail System and Geist Beerworks are must-do's during your Redmond adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Redmond, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Portland to tick off its must-visit sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Vancouver, about 193 kilometres north-west of Redmond. Vancouver Waterfront, Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Garden are key reasons to visit.
