Flying from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) departing from either of these bases.
The timezone in Durango is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Chicago. Durango-La Plata County Airport is located in Durango.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Chicago to DRO.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is about 40 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometers or so.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometers from central Chicago. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
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Flights that depart from RFD reach their destination on schedule 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
DRO is located at 1000 Airport Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
Currently, AED 754 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,106. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to DRO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Durango based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Chicago to DRO flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Durango, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Durango-La Plata County Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Durango
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Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum, The Colorado Trail and Durango Adventures and Zipline Tours are essential stops on your Durango itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Durango, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 257 kilometers south-east to Albuquerque to tick off its popular sights. From Petroglyph National Monument to Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Old Town, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Rio Rancho is another favorite destination in the United States and is around 241 kilometers south-east of Durango. No trip is complete without seeing Canyon Park, Rio Rancho Bosque Trail and Willow Creek Trail.
