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Denver Airport Information
When you are looking for flights from Denver, use Orbitz.com to find the best deals among most of the major air passenger carriers. You will fly out of the Denver International Airport, which is approximately 28 miles east of Denver's downtown area. The trip should take you 35 to 40 minutes, but be sure to leave yourself extra time if you are heading out during rush hour.
Airport Parking in Denver
You will have several parking choices once you reach the Denver airport. There are two long-term garages on each side of the airport, which charge a daily rate of $21. These are located just outside the terminals. The two economy lots only charge $11 per day, and they offer free shuttle service from your car to the terminals. The Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot is located on East 75th Avenue, and charges a mere $7 per day for parking. Shuttle service runs every 10 minutes to the terminals. If you have purchased your air ticket from Orbitz.com, you may have saved enough to warrant using the airport's valet parking service, which costs $30 per day.
Ground Transportation in Denver
If you're not taking much luggage with you, you might want to consider taking the RTD public bus to the airport. There are also several private car and limousine services that will get you there on time. Expect a taxi from the downtown area to the airport to cost you between $60 and $70.
Restaurants in the Denver Airport
The Denver airport has plenty of amenities, so you don't have to worry about stopping for coffee on your way to the airport. Each terminal has a wide selection of eateries from fast food to fine wine and full sit-down meals. Enjoy your travels, wherever they may take you, and don't forget to use Orbtiz.com the next time you are looking for the best flights from Denver International Airport.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located on West O'Hare, approximately 18 miles from downtown Chicago. It has hubs for every major airline that offers flights to Chicago, including American Airlines, British Airways and JetBlue. The Chicago Midway International Airport is located on South Cicero Avenue, approximately 12 miles from downtown Chicago. Seven airlines service Midway airport, including Air Tran, Delta and Southwest Airlines. Orbitz.com searches flights arriving at both airports so you get the best prices.
Transportation from the Airport
Both airports offer public transportation via Chicago's elevated train system. The tickets cost $2.25, or you can purchase an all-day pass for $5.75. Taxi services are also available from both airports. Cab fares to downtown Chicago range from $35 to $45. If you want to rent a car for the duration of your stay, Orbitz.com can reserve a vehicle for you. Both airports have onsite rental car facilities.
Weather in Chicago
Summer temperatures in Chicago range from 66 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, and the temperatures during the winter months range from 18 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicago is prone to heavy snowfall during the winter months, so most vacationers travel to Chicago during the summer. However, if you use Orbitz.com and schedule your trip during the off-peak travel season, it's easy to find cheap flights to Chicago.
Highlights and Attractions
Orbitz.com not only helps you find cheap flights to Chicago, but can also help you purchase tickets to the Sears Tower or make reservations for guided city tours.
Cheap flights from Denver to Chicago
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June
Cheapest weekend flights in June from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Jun 1 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$148 |
| Return Mon, Jun 3 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Jun 1 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$88 |
| Return Tue, Jun 4 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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Best one-week trip in June from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, Jun 5 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$137 |
| Return Wed, Jun 12 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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July
Cheapest weekend flights in July from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jul 5 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (MDW) |
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$168 |
| Return Sun, Jul 7 | Chicago (MDW) | Denver (DEN) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Jul 16 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$138 |
| Return Tue, Jul 30 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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Best one-week trip in July from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Jul 23 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$138 |
| Return Tue, Jul 30 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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August
Cheapest weekend flights in August from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Aug 23 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (MDW) |
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$158 |
| Return Sun, Aug 25 | Chicago (MDW) | Denver (DEN) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sun, Aug 25 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$138 |
| Return Wed, Aug 28 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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Best one-week trip in August from Denver to Chicago
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Aug 27 | Denver (DEN) | Chicago (ORD) |
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$138 |
| Return Tue, Sep 3 | Chicago (ORD) | Denver (DEN) |
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Airports in Denver CO, US
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1
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Distance from City Center: 18 miles
Carriers for flights from DEN to CHI
Carriers
American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Iberia, US Airways, United Airlines
Airports in Chicago IL, US
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1
Midway Airport (MDW)
Distance from City Center: 9.5 miles
Carriers for flights from DEN to MDW
Carriers
Frontier Airlines -
2
O'Hare Airport (ORD)
Distance from City Center: 15.1 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from DEN to ORD
Terminal Carriers Terminal 1 US Airways, United Airlines Terminal 2 United Airlines Terminal 3 American Airlines, Iberia
Aircraft Options
Aircraft options between Denver and Chicago
| Equipment | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Boeing 767-300 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 737-700 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 757-200 Passenger | US Airways, United Airlines |
| Airbus Industrie A318 | Frontier Airlines |
| Airbus Industrie A319 | US Airways, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines |
| Boeing 777 | US Airways, United Airlines |
| McDonnell Douglas MD-80 | American Airlines |
| Canadair Regional Jet 700 | American Airlines, Iberia, United Airlines |
| McDonnell Douglas MD-83 | American Airlines |
| Airbus Industrie A320 | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 737-500 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 737-900 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 737-800 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways, American Airlines |
Flight facts
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- 19 direct flights are operating from Denver to Chicago today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 2h 21m.
- American Airlines flight 3613 (1:00 AM GMT, Canadair Regional Jet 700) is today's earliest available flight from Denver to Chicago.
- United Airlines flight 239 (3:17 PM GMT, Boeing 757-200 Passenger) is today's latest available flight from Denver to Chicago.
- Today's shortest direct flight from Denver to Chicago (Frontier Airlines flight 536, Airbus Industrie A319) takes 2h 14m.
- Today's longest direct flight from Denver to Chicago (American Airlines flight 1752, McDonnell Douglas MD-83) takes 2h 30m.
- Flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Midway Airport (MDW), O'Hare Airport (ORD) are available for this route.
Cheap airline tickets from Denver to Chicago
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| DEN | CHI | Tue, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 17 | $88 |
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| DEN | CHI | Tue, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 22 | $132 |
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| DEN | CHI | Thu, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 25 | $138 |
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| DEN | CHI | Fri, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 22 | $138 |
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| DEN | CHI | Thu, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 14 | $162 |
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| DEN | CHI | Mon, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 11 | $173 |
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| DEN | CHI | Fri, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 22 | $241 |
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| DEN | CHI | Fri, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 13 | $626 |
Daily flight schedule for Wed, May 22, 2013
| Carrier | Flight # | Departing | Arriving | Aircraft | Flight time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport | Time | Airport | Time | ||||
| American Airlines | AA3613 | DEN | 6:00 AM | ORD | 9:15 AM | CR7 | 2hr 15min |
| United Airlines | UA432 | DEN | 6:18 AM | ORD | 9:37 AM | 320 | 2hr 19min |
| Frontier Airlines | F9532 | DEN | 7:15 AM | MDW | 10:31 AM | 319 | 2hr 16min |
| American Airlines | AA358 | DEN | 9:30 AM | ORD | 12:55 PM | M83 | 2hr 25min |
| United Airlines | UA684 | DEN | 9:55 AM | ORD | 1:19 PM | 320 | 2hr 24min |
| US Airways | US6460 | DEN | 9:55 AM | ORD | 1:19 PM | 320 | 2hr 24min |
| US Airways | US6540 | DEN | 11:21 AM | ORD | 2:46 PM | 752 | 2hr 25min |
| American Airlines | AA3814 | DEN | 12:30 PM | ORD | 3:45 PM | CR7 | 2hr 15min |
| United Airlines | UA690 | DEN | 12:51 PM | ORD | 4:16 PM | 752 | 2hr 25min |
| US Airways | US6908 | DEN | 12:51 PM | ORD | 4:16 PM | 752 | 2hr 25min |
| United Airlines | UA502 | DEN | 1:50 PM | ORD | 5:16 PM | 320 | 2hr 26min |
| US Airways | US6074 | DEN | 1:50 PM | ORD | 5:16 PM | 320 | 2hr 26min |
| Frontier Airlines | F9534 | DEN | 2:50 PM | MDW | 6:05 PM | 318 | 2hr 15min |
| United Airlines | UA1080 | DEN | 3:47 PM | ORD | 7:09 PM | 738 | 2hr 22min |
| American Airlines | AA1752 | DEN | 5:00 PM | ORD | 8:30 PM | M83 | 2hr 30min |
| American Airlines | AA3773 | DEN | 6:10 PM | ORD | 9:25 PM | CR7 | 2hr 15min |
| United Airlines | UA1669 | DEN | 6:33 PM | ORD | 9:58 PM | 739 | 2hr 25min |
| Frontier Airlines | F9536 | DEN | 6:59 PM | MDW | 10:13 PM | 319 | 2hr 14min |
| United Airlines | UA1163 | DEN | 8:09 PM | ORD | 11:31 PM | 739 | 2hr 22min |