Travelling from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Jacksonville, where Albert J Ellis Airport is located. Chicago observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your OAJ to Chicago flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
OAJ is about 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Albert J Ellis Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from OAJ arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for OAJ is 264 State Road 1265.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Chicago
R 2,587 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 5,433. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from OAJ to Chicago. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from OAJ to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Settle in and get cosy after your OAJ to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago.
The journey will take you about 2 hours when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to RFD. Check in to one of these options after your OAJ to Chicago flight:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago is always smart. Along with better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from OAJ to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Chicago, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
