Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is nine hours behind Baku, where Heydar Aliyev International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your GYD to Chicago flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from GYD to Chicago with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
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GYD is around 24 kilometres from central Baku. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to GYD:
Heydar Aliyev International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.46% of flights that take off from GYD arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Chicago
The best price we've seen for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago flight is R 7,960. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,018. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from GYD to Chicago. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from GYD to Chicago can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
After stepping off your GYD to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel near MDW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW can land you a better rate.
You can find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel near RFD. Settle in at one of these stays after your GYD to Chicago flight:
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to where you're going with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.
If you prefer a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Reserve your ride from RFD at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before scheduling your flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Chicago offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GYD to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.
