Flying from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL).
Comayagua is one hour behind Chicago. Palmerola Air Base Airport is located in Comayagua, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to XPL.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to XPL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
ORD is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport. Here's where you can connect between Chicago Midway International Airport and XPL:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to XPL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
MDW is located at 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 get to the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport flight:
Flights that take off from RFD land at their destination within the expected time frame 76.19% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
Book a hotel near XPL if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Palmerola Air Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Comayagua's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport is £85. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £232. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to XPL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Comayagua based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Chicago to XPL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Comayagua, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Comayagua
After booking your flight from Chicago to Palmerola Air Base Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Comayagua:
Your Comayagua trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Comayagua, Comayagua Honduras CA, Plaza la Merced and Plaza Comayagua.
Explore more of Honduras
You've visited Comayagua, now it's time to discover other parts of Honduras. Journey around 129 kms (80 miles) north to San Pedro Sula to check off its popular sights. From Museo de Antropologia e Historia to Wonderland Water Park and Zizima Eco Water Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 145 kms (90 miles) north of Comayagua, Choloma is another essential stop in Honduras. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sendero Cerro Verde, Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Suyapa and Bike Park Cerrito.