Traveling from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Chicago's main airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) leaving from this terminal.
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport flight.
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is located in Springfield. The city's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:24am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from ORD to SPI is with American Airlines at 5:11pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to SPI, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) operate out of this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport with American Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from ORD.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ORD and SPI is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 69.86% of its services arriving as scheduled.
ORD is about 27 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometers from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the center of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)
Reserve a hotel close to SPI if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
You'll find SPI at 1200 Capital Airport Drive.
Getting from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to central Springfield
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Springfield. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)
Currently, $230 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $438. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)
November is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI), while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Springfield based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Springfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Chicago to SPI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Springfield
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Springfield right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Chicago to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Freedom Corner - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue, Lincoln Memorial Garden and Dana-Thomas House are attractions you won't want to skip in Springfield.
Explore more of the United States
Springfield has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometers northeast of Springfield, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 306 kilometers east of Springfield, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
