Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe 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 catch your ABV to Chicago flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from ABV to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Central Abuja to ABV is around 16 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 40 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago? Peace Media Hotels and Abis Place are close to ABV. They're an especially good option if you're jetting out early.
Of the flights that depart from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, 64.23% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Chicago
£513 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is £843. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ABV to Chicago. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and land an awesome deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 25 miles from central Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ABV to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 12 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ABV to Chicago flight:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is about 85 miles from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you use public transport, the journey time is around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near RFD after your ABV to Chicago flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Begin your trip without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted companies here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago is a smart move. Along with better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Plan your trip to Chicago during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ABV to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 280 miles south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 160 miles south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
