Flying from Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) to Chicago: what you need to know
Afonso Pena International Airport is located in Curitiba. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is two hours behind Curitiba.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CWB to Chicago flight.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 8 miles from the centre of Curitiba, CWB can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CWB? If you've booked an early flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Afonso Pena International Airport, 77.05% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) to Chicago
£239 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £497. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CWB to Chicago if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 25 miles from the centre of Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up 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 outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from CWB to Chicago.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is about 12 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near MDW. Unwind and get cosy after your CWB to Chicago flight at any of these well-located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW can help you lock in a better rate.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 85 miles from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago.
The journey will take about 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, head for a hotel near RFD. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your CWB to Chicago flight:
Start your travels without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RFD a few weeks in advance of your flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago. A little planning can save you money.
The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Chicago in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in an Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CWB to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Afonso Pena International Airport to Chicago, explore our range of hotels including:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chicago. Around 280 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 160 miles south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without experiencing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.