Travelling from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai, where Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your BOM to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BOM to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 13 kilometers from the centre of Mumbai, BOM can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near BOM? If you've booked an early flight from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, 56% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Chicago
P29,834 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago flight. Return plane tickets start at P51,658. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from BOM to Chicago, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BOM to Chicago can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 16 kilometers from central Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your BOM to Chicago flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will help you save.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometers from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you about 2 hours.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Get settled at one of these stays after your BOM to Chicago flight:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago is always a good idea. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the busiest month for flights from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Chicago in January.
When booking your Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BOM to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Chicago, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Chicago must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometers southeast to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometers southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among the biggest draws.