Flying from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport.
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport is located in Tulum. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Chicago.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO), with 11 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to TQO is the 08:49 United service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 09:13 with United.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to TQO.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Go straight to your destination from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport with United. This popular airline operates services from ORD.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Chicago to TQO departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) operates direct flights from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO).
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to TQO are offered by United.
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to TQO, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
After your flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Departamento en Riviera Maya is a comfortable option that's not too far from TQO.
Getting from Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO) to central Tulum
From Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, Tulum is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, R 2,341 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 4,984. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Chicago to TQO, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Chicago to TQO.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tulum, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago to TQO, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tulum, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tulum
Start your Tulum trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Tulum Archaeological Site, Playa Paraiso and Tulum Beach are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tulum itinerary.
Complete your Tulum trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Chicago to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Tulum and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.