Traveling from Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ): What you need to know
The timezone in Jacksonville is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Albert J Ellis Airport is located in Jacksonville.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to OAJ.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
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 takes roughly 45 minutes.
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70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometers from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
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76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometers or so.
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Flights that take off from RFD reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ)
The street address for OAJ is 264 State Road 1265.
Getting from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to central Jacksonville
From Albert J Ellis Airport, central Jacksonville is around 18 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ)
AED 618 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport. A return flight starts from AED 1,235. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to OAJ. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ)
January is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ), while September is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Jacksonville based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Jacksonville is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Chicago to OAJ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Albert J Ellis Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Jacksonville
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Your Jacksonville trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Montford Point Marine Memorial, Montford Point Marine Museum and Culture Clicks Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Jacksonville, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 274 kilometers northeast to Virginia Beach to check off its top attractions. From Virginia Beach Boardwalk to Resort Beach and Neptune's Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Raleigh is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometers northwest of Jacksonville. No journey is complete without a visit to North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
