Flying from Chicago to El Alto International Airport (LPB): What you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to El Alto International Airport (LPB) taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz.
Your flight from Chicago to LPB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to El Alto International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to LPB flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kms (85 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to El Alto International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to El Alto International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LPB instead:
Explore beyond La Paz and discover new places with your own set of wheels. You can pick up an El Alto International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Chicago to El Alto International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to El Alto International Airport is £216. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £477. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to LPB, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to El Alto International Airport (LPB). Visit La Paz in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Chicago to LPB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. November is the warmest month in La Paz, with temperatures ranging from 2ºC (36ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to El Alto International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Explore more of Bolivia
Cochabamba is just one of the many places in Bolivia waiting to be discovered once you've seen La Paz. Around 241 kms (150 miles) away to the south-east, its top attractions include Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Centro Histórico Y Áreas Patrimoniales Del Cercado De Cochabamba and Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús.
Around 193 kms (120 miles) south-east of La Paz, Oruro is another favourite stop in Bolivia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro.