Flying from Chicago to Leon Airport (LAP): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago to Leon Airport (LAP).
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Chicago. Leon Airport is located in La Paz.
Your flight from Chicago to LAP won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to LAP, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) is one option when leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Leon Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to LAP flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Leon Airport flight:
Flights that leave from RFD make it to their destination on schedule 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Leon Airport (LAP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Leon Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAP instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Leon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Thrifty or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of La Paz and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Leon Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Leon Airport (LAP)
P8,341 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Leon Airport. A return flight starts from P17,913. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to LAP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Chicago to Leon Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Leon Airport (LAP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Leon Airport (LAP). July is the busiest month to visit La Paz. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
The warmest month in La Paz is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Chicago to LAP plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Leon Airport in January when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about La Paz
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Leon Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring La Paz:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Cabo Adventures Sea of Cortez Adventures, Balandra Beach and Malecon are attractions you won't want to skip in La Paz.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done La Paz, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey about 241 kilometres north-east to Los Mochis to tick off its top sights. From Prado del Sur Park to Jardín Botánico Benjamin Francis Johnston and Los Naranjos Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of La Paz, Guasave is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out La Florida Park, Parque Por La Paz and Hernando de Villafañe Park.