Travelling from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Chicago's main airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) leaving from this base.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport flight.
Jackson Hole Airport is located in Jackson. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
The busiest route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC), with 16 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from ORD to JAC is the 8:45am United Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 4:47pm with United Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Chicago to JAC. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport with United Airlines.
United is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ORD to JAC.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is United.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to JAC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
76% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport flight:
Flights that take off from RFD touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JAC:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport flight.
Getting from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) to central Jackson
Jackson Hole Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Jackson. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)
Right now, $271 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $542. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Chicago to JAC by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)
July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC). Visit Jackson in November if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Chicago to JAC plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Jackson, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport in January when temperatures are between -17ºC and -2ºC.
More about Jackson
After booking your flight from Chicago to Jackson Hole Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jackson:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Snow King Mountain, Bridger Gondola and National Elk Refuge are essential stops on your Jackson itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Jackson, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Ogden to check off its popular sights. From Snowbasin Resort to Dinosaur Park and Museum and Ogden Botanical Gardens, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Travel 306 kilometres south from Jackson and you'll reach Layton, another well-known stop in the United States. Don't leave without exploring SeaQuest Utah and Layton Utah Temple.