Traveling from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport (STS): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport (STS) departing from either of these.
Sonoma County Airport is located in Santa Rosa. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 2 hours behind Chicago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to STS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're getting away during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometers away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 19 kilometers from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to STS? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Sonoma County Airport (STS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near STS:
Getting from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to central Santa Rosa
Sonoma County Airport to central Santa Rosa is around 14 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometers away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 36 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport (STS)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport, $145 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $314. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Chicago to STS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport (STS)
October is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Santa Rosa in May when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Santa Rosa. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Chicago to STS during then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 29ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santa Rosa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Santa Rosa right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport:
Safari West and Annadel State Park are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Santa Rosa itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pacific Coast Air Museum.
Complete your Santa Rosa trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Chicago to Sonoma County Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Santa Rosa. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
