Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Chicago: what you need to know
Skopje International Airport is located in Skopje. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is six hours behind Skopje.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your SKP to Chicago flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from SKP to Chicago. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Skopje, SKP can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SKP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Skopje International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85.19% of flights that depart SKP reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Chicago
The best price we've seen for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Chicago flight is ر.ق. 1,269. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,959. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from SKP to Chicago. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Skopje International Airport to Chicago ticket.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Skopje International Airport to Chicago. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from SKP to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Skopje International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SKP to Chicago flight:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Hop off your flight from Skopje International Airport to Chicago and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take around 4 hours 15 minutes using public transport.
Book a hotel close to RFD and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late SKP to Chicago flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
Start your trip without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so secure your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Skopje International Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Travel to Chicago during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Skopje International Airport to Chicago during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Skopje International Airport to Chicago flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SKP to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Skopje International Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are a couple of top attractions to put on your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
