Flying from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Visakhapatnam, where Visakhapatnam International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your VTZ to Chicago flight.
Flying during a popular month such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Visakhapatnam, VTZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to VTZ? If you're catching an early flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Visakhapatnam International Airport, 72% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago flight is R 10,520. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,969. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from VTZ to Chicago. Flight prices 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 Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from VTZ to Chicago by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from VTZ to Chicago.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your VTZ to Chicago flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 145 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel close to RFD. Check in to one of these options after your VTZ to Chicago flight:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VTZ to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
