Travelling from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV): What you need to know
Surat Gujarat Airport is located in Surat. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to STV.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to STV, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) is an option when leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to STV flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kms (90 miles) or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Flights that leave from RFD arrive at their final stop as scheduled 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near STV:
Getting from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to central Surat
Surat Gujarat Airport is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Surat. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport is £400. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £989. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to STV. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Chicago to STV.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV), while May is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Surat based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Surat is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Chicago to STV plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport in January when temperatures are between 17ºC and 30ºC.
More about Surat
Start your Surat trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Surat Gujarat Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Surat when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple followed by Shri Mahakaleshwar Mahadev and BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Trust.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Surat. Around 241 kms (150 miles) away to the south, top sights here include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in India, consider Ahmedabad, about 209 kms (130 miles) north of Surat. Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are key highlights.
