Traveling from Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Sioux Falls (the location of Joe Foss Field Airport).
With 49 flights a week between the two airports, Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from FSD to ORD is with United Airlines at 18:38.
To avoid missing your FSD to Chicago flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago ticket. Begin your journey at FSD and touch down at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your favorite seat with United Airlines. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.
The journey from central Sioux Falls to FSD takes about 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to FSD:
Of the flights that depart from Joe Foss Field Airport, 75.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
FSD is located at 2801 Jaycee Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to Chicago
$81 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is $188. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 25 miles from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes when traveling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Follow your own route with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Chicago and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from FSD to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 12 miles from central Chicago. Following your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the center will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near MDW. Unwind and get cozy after your FSD to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 85 miles from the center of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city center in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.
Public transport can take you there in about 4 hours 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the center, find a hotel close to RFD. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your FSD to Chicago flight:
Take control of the next leg of your journey with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National will get you on the road.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago is a good move. As well as better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Travel to Chicago in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 59ºF and 84ºF. Book your Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºF and 37ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from FSD to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of major attractions to add to your Chicago must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chicago. Around 280 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 160 miles south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
