Flying from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 13 hours behind Denpasar, where Ngurah Rai International Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from DPS to Chicago, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from DPS to Chicago with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you have a passport from Indonesia, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Denpasar, DPS can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 51 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DPS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Chicago
$1,113 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,702. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from DPS to Chicago, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 46 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from DPS to Chicago at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from DPS to Chicago around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Chicago, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are a couple of top attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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