Flying from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Chicago. Explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV).
Havana is one hour ahead of Chicago. Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to HAV, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Chicago to HAV that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between ORD and HAV include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and HAV:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to HAV flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HAV:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
₹ 17,067 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 29,363. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to HAV if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). August is the busiest month to travel to Havana. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your Chicago to HAV flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Havana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Havana right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Jose Marti International Airport:
Paseo del Malecón and Old Havana are just two of the top attractions to put on your Havana must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to La habana.
Explore more of Cuba
Havana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Cuba waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres east of Havana, a visit to Santa Clara will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
Pinar del Río is another sought-after destination in Cuba and is around 145 kilometres south-west of Havana. No trip is complete without visiting Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park.