Travelling from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) taking off from either of these.
Hop on a direct flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 23 minutes.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is located in Cleveland. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), with 114 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to CLE is the 07:00 American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:45 with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to CLE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Fly without interruptions from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) operate from here.
When taking off from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport with American Airlines.
From the centre of Chicago, ORD is approximately 25 miles away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) operates direct flights from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE).
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to CLE can be booked with United.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 12 miles away, and getting there by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to CLE? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CLE instead:
Getting from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to central Cleveland
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to the centre of Cleveland is around 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 15 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport from £65 or travel return from just £131. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's best to book 10 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Chicago to CLE around that time.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, book your trip for July (it's when flights are cheapest). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cleveland. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Cleveland. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Chicago to CLE sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Cleveland
Start your Cleveland trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum and Cleveland Museum of Art are a couple of major attractions to add to your Cleveland must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to West Side Market.
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