Travelling from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 10 hours behind Karachi, where Jinnah International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from KHI to Chicago. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from KHI to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
When travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Pakistan. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago.
To reach KHI from central Karachi, it'll take about 53 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a convenient hotel close to KHI? If you're boarding an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Chicago
$1,135 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,620. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KHI to Chicago. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options 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 Jinnah International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 46 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from KHI to Chicago at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago. August is the most popular month for a trip to Chicago. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from KHI to Chicago sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Chicago:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
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