Flying from Charlotte County Airport (PGD) to Chicago: what you need to know
Charlotte County Airport is located in Punta Gorda. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is one hour behind Punta Gorda.
With two flights a week between the two airports, Charlotte County Airport (PGD) to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is the most popular route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from PGD to RFD is with Allegiant Air at 16:14.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your PGD to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your trip at PGD and travel straight to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Charlotte County Airport to Chicago tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Allegiant Air. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago.
PGD is around 3 miles from central Punta Gorda. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near PGD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
74.59% of flights taking off from Charlotte County Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte County Airport (PGD) to Chicago
£31 is currently the best price for a one-way Charlotte County Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts from £59. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PGD to Chicago.
August is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Charlotte County Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 25 miles from the centre of Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago. Pick one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from PGD to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 12 miles from central Chicago. Following your flight from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your PGD to Chicago flight:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will save you money.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 85 miles from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago.
The journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by choosing a hotel near RFD after your PGD to Chicago flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National will get you on the road.
If you prefer a particular type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from RFD at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Travel to Chicago during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Charlotte County Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PGD to Chicago around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Charlotte County Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Chicago must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 280 miles south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 160 miles south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
