Flying from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) jetting off from either of these bases.
Glacier Park International Airport is located in Kalispell. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour behind Chicago.
Your flight from Chicago to FCA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
August is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is about 25 miles from central Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) offers direct flights from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA).
Catch your direct flight from Chicago to FCA with United. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of MDW.
MDW is about 12 miles from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to FCA:
About Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FCA instead:
Getting from Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) to central Kalispell
Glacier Park International Airport is approximately 10 miles from central Kalispell. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport is £100. The cheapest price for a return flight is £176. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Chicago to FCA, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport while November is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Kalispell, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before booking a flight from Chicago to FCA, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kalispell, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC to 32ºC.
Travel in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -17ºC and 1ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport.
More about Kalispell
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kalispell right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport:
Hockaday Museum of Art and Conrad Mansion are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Kalispell travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Museum at Central School.
Complete your Kalispell trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Chicago to Glacier Park International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Kalispell. Browse the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.