Travelling from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH): What you need to know
The timezone in Wuhan is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Chicago. Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is located in Wuhan.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Chicago to WUH.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to WUH departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport with a stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). One of the main stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and WUH, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to WUH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Book a hotel near WUH if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
WUH is located at Tianhe St.
Getting from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to central Wuhan
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Wuhan. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
R 13,003 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport. Return flights start at R 18,141. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to WUH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
February is when most people book flights from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). Visit Wuhan in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Wuhan is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Chicago to WUH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Wuhan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Wuhan right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Wuhan.
Explore more of China
You've done Wuhan, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 306 kilometres southwest to Changsha to check off its leading sights. From Yuelu Mountain to Hunan Provincial Museum and Mawangdui Han Tombs, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 290 kilometres southeast of Wuhan, Nanchang is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Yuyuan Garden, Nanchang Star Amusement Park and Nanchang Bridge.
