Flying from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): What you need to know
Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport is located in Mendoza. The city is in the UTC-3 timezone and is three hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to MDZ. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to MDZ, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is an option when departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to MDZ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kms (90 miles) from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from RFD touch down at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near MDZ and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport flight.
Getting from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
Central Mendoza is around 10 kms (6 miles) from Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
£252 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport. A return flight starts from £483. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to MDZ if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ), while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Mendoza based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Chicago to MDZ plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mendoza to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 15ºC.
More about Mendoza
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Mendoza El Plumerillo International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mendoza:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Parque General San Martin, Plaza Independencia and Bodega La Rural Wine Museum are must-do's during your Mendoza adventure.
Explore more of Argentina
Mendoza has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Argentina waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kms (90 miles) north of Mendoza, a visit to San Juan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museo De Arte Al Aire Libre, St. John the Baptist Cathedral, San Juan and Museo de Ciencias Naturales.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) east of Mendoza, San Luis is another essential stop in Argentina. Start your sightseeing at Iglesia Catedral de San Luis, Plaza Independencia and Casa De Las Culturas.
