Travelling from Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS) departing from either of these bases.
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Chicago to Tucson International Airport flight.
Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson. The city is in the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind Chicago.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tucson International Airport (TUS) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 9:30pm. Choose the first ORD to TUS departure with United Airlines at 8:45am if you'd rather not wait around.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to TUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Fly without interruptions from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS) operate from here.
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Tucson International Airport with American Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from ORD.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ORD to TUS.
American Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Tucson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
74.85% of flights that leave from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Catching a flight out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS) flight tickets are available from here.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to TUS are offered by Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the MDW to TUS route.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is Southwest Airlines. Its Chicago Midway International Airport to Tucson International Airport flights arrive as scheduled 70.49% of the time.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to TUS flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Tucson International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Tucson International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near TUS:
Explore without limits with a Tucson International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and see more of Tucson and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Tucson International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
From Tucson International Airport, central Tucson is around 21 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 3 hours 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
₹ 14,422 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Tucson International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 21,529. These fares may change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Chicago to TUS, book your flight ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Chicago to Tucson International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
October is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Tucson International Airport (TUS). Visit Tucson in May for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Chicago to TUS flight ticket departing in June if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tucson to range from 19ºC to 38ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Tucson International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tucson
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tucson right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Tucson International Airport:
Your Tucson visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Saguaro National Park East Unit, Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tucson. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Camelback Mountain, Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
Mesa is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Tucson. No journey is complete without visiting Mesa Arts Centre, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History.
