Flying from Zacatecas Airport (ZCL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Zacatecas.
Leave plenty of time to make your ZCL to ORD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zacatecas Airport (ZCL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zacatecas Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is R 3,261. A return plane ticket is currently R 5,880. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from ZCL to ORD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Zacatecas Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Zacatecas Airport (ZCL)
81% of flights departing from Zacatecas Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of ZCL.
Zacatecas Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Zacatecas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Zacatecas Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, have a look at Posada Morelos. It's a short drive from ZCL.
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Zacatecas Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zacatecas Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chicago in March.
When booking your flight from Zacatecas Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZCL to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
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. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
