Flying from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Dallas (the location of Dallas Love Field).
With 31 flights a week between the two airports, Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from DAL to MDW is with Southwest Airlines at 22:45.
Leave enough time to get on your DAL to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at DAL and fly straight to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Dallas Love Field to Chicago tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dallas Love Field to Chicago.
DAL is around 10 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DAL:
74% of flights leaving from Dallas Love Field make it to their destination on schedule.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Chicago
₹ 10,012 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dallas Love Field to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 20,025. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DAL to Chicago.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Dallas Love Field to Chicago tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from DAL to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is located around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your DAL to Chicago flight, rest your head at a hotel near MDW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach driving.
If you use public transport, the journey time is about 2 hours.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your DAL to Chicago flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago is a smart move. In addition to better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas Love Field to Chicago. To skip the crowds, head to Chicago in January.
Before booking a Dallas Love Field to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DAL to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dallas Love Field to Chicago, check out our selection of hotels including:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are highlights.
