Travelling from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is one hour behind Guayaquil, where Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport is located.
To avoid missing your GYE to Chicago flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from GYE to Chicago with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 5 kilometers from the centre of Guayaquil, GYE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near GYE:
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 90% of flights that take off from GYE reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Chicago
P16,450 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago flight. A return ticket right now is P29,505. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from GYE to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl 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 roughly 30 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from GYE to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 16 kilometers from central Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your GYE to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you save.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 145 kilometers from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago.
The journey will take about 2 hours by public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel near RFD. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your GYE to Chicago flight:
If you're hoping for a particular type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Reserve your ride from RFD a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
January is the quietest month for flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from GYE to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Chicago, browse our range of hotels including:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometers away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 257 kilometers southeast of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.