Flying from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Varna Airport is located in Varna. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to VAR, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas, 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)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to VAR leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Varna Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70% of flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to VAR flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Chicago to Varna Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Varna Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near VAR and shut your eyes sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Varna Airport flight.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Varna. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,583 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Varna Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,838. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to VAR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Varna Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. November is the quietest month to go to Varna. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Varna Airport (VAR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC. Book your Chicago to VAR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Varna Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC and 10ºC.
More about Varna
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Varna Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Varna:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Varna when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Sahara beach followed by Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Varna. Around 274 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
Around 193 kilometres southwest of Varna, Stara Zagora is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Antique's mosaic, State Opera Stara Zagora and Stara Zagora Art Gallery.
