Flying from Chicago to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
The timezone in Damascus is UTC+3, which is nine hours ahead of Chicago. Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus.
Your flight from Chicago to DAM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Located around 27 kilometers from the center of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Damascus International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to DAM flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Damascus International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights departing from RFD touch down at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Central Damascus is around 31 kilometers from Damascus International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
AED 1,982 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Damascus International Airport. Return flights start at AED 3,502. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to DAM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Damascus International Airport (DAM). January is the busiest month to visit Damascus. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your Chicago to DAM plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Damascus International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Damascus
After booking your flight from Chicago to Damascus International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Damascus:
Your Damascus trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include Al Fateh Mosque, Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque.
Explore more of Syria
Homs is just one of the many cities in Syria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Damascus. Around 145 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.
Latakia is another favorite destination in Syria and is around 241 kilometers north of Damascus. No journey is complete without visiting Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque.
