Travelling from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): What you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Fukuoka Airport is located in Fukuoka. The city follows the UTC+9 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to FUK, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Chicago to FUK that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between ORD and FUK include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from central 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 stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to FUK flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77.88% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kms (85 miles) or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Fukuoka Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Reserve a hotel near FUK if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Fukuoka Airport rental car. Book your wheels from JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car or HM Rent-a-Car and venture far and wide through Fukuoka and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Fukuoka Airport flight.
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport is £339. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £788. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to FUK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Fukuoka Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Fukuoka. June is when most people book flights from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport (FUK), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Chicago to FUK plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Fukuoka, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Fukuoka
Start your Fukuoka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Fukuoka Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Fukuoka trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Itsukushima Shrine, teamLab Forest Fukuoka and Life-Size RX-93ff ν Gundam Statue.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Fukuoka, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey around 209 kms (130 miles) north-east to Hiroshima to check off its must-visit sights. From Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kagoshima is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 225 kms (140 miles) south of Fukuoka. No trip is complete without dropping by Mt. Sakurajima, Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach.
