Flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is ten hours 30 minutes behind Guwahati, where Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your GAU to Chicago flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your journey. When booking your plane ticket from GAU to Chicago, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one of your options.
GAU is about 13 kilometres from central Guwahati. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to GAU:
Of all flights leaving Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, 71.9% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Chicago
₹ 68,337 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 222,956. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from GAU to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from GAU to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
Following your GAU to Chicago flight, settle in at a hotel near MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near RFD and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late GAU to Chicago flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are reliable rental providers.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your ride from RFD in advance of your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before booking your flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Chicago offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GAU to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Chicago, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
