Evansville to Chicago Flights

Evansville Regional Airport

Booking cheap flights from Evansville is easy if you use Orbitz.com. Orbitz can help you book a seat on any flight leaving this small Indiana airport. Formerly known as Dress Regional Airport, this airport is now known as the Evansville Regional Airport. It sits approximately three miles from the business district in the city, and you can reach the airport from downtown in less than 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. From this airport, American Eagle and Delta Connection offer flights to Chicago, Detroit, and other cities in the United States.

Parking at Evansville Regional Airport

The airport has two designated parking spots located right in the heart of the airport. Long-term parking costs $7 per day or $35 per week. Short-term parking costs $14 per day and $70 per week, so make sure you park in the appropriate lot. The airport has its own discount program which allows you to park in the closer short-term areas and pay long-term rates. There are some restrictions to the program, and anyone who participates in it must use the airport at least 40 times per year.

How to Get There

Bus service to the airport comes in the form of small minivans that you book prior to your flight. The buses are a bargain at $2 per mile with a minimum charge of $10, and the buses also charge a small fee for each minute they must wait on you. River City Yellow Cab and Unity Taxi of Evansville provide taxi rides to the airport. You must pay a $3 pickup fee and $2.50 for every mile the taxi drives.

Grab a Bite

Evansville Regional Airport only offers two eateries on-site: Meals and More and The Airport Lounge. The Airport Lounge is a full-service bar, while Meals and More offers snacks and prepackaged foods. When you need tickets for flights from Evansville, use Orbitz.com to compare prices. The cheap tickets and wide selection of flights ensure that you will get where you want to go.

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.