Flying from Joe Foss Field (FSD) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 46 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.
Chicago and Sioux Falls (where Joe Foss Field Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 68 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from FSD to ORD is with United at 18:35. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 05:40 if you want to get going early.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from FSD to Chicago. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like October, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
You can catch a direct flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago that arrives at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your ticket with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.
After booking your cheap tickets from Joe Foss Field to Chicago, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're traveling within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
The journey from central Sioux Falls to FSD takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 8 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near FSD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to Chicago
$128 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago. Return flights start at $187. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book 4 months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FSD to Chicago.
The cheapest month for tickets from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago is December. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in around 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometers from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 46 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from FSD to Chicago, settle in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago. August is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before you book a flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from FSD to Chicago sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
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There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
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