Flying from Chicago to Akureyri Airport (AEY): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Akureyri Airport (AEY) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Akureyri is five hours ahead of Chicago. Akureyri Airport is located in Akureyri, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to AEY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Akureyri Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
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 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to AEY flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Akureyri Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Akureyri Airport (AEY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Akureyri Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near AEY:
Getting from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to central Akureyri
Akureyri Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Akureyri. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
Currently, ر.ق. 2,117 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Akureyri Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 4,058. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to AEY, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Chicago to Akureyri Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Akureyri Airport (AEY). Plan your visit to Akureyri in February for a quieter experience.
When booking your Chicago to AEY flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Akureyri, with temperatures ranging from 3ºC to 16ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Akureyri Airport in December when temperatures are between -14ºC and 1ºC.
More about Akureyri
After booking your flight from Chicago to Akureyri Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Akureyri:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Akureyri when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Kjarnaskógur followed by Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Akureyri. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Iceland, head for Kópavogur, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Akureyri. Midnight Hikes Reykjavik, Reykjavik Safari and Heidmörk Nature Reserve are among its highlights.
