Flying from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX): What you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
The timezone in Granada is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago. Granada Airport is located in Granada.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to GRX. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to GRX with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and GRX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 25 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Granada Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 12 miles away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to GRX flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 85 miles from central Chicago. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Granada Airport flight:
Flights that leave from RFD touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Granada Airport (GRX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Granada Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near GRX instead:
Pick up a Granada Airport rental car and explore Granada and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Granada Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
Granada Airport is about 10 miles from central Granada. How long it'll take to get to the center by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Granada Airport is $399. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $542. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to GRX if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Granada Airport (GRX). Visit Granada in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Chicago to GRX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Granada, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 82ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Granada Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 28ºF and 52ºF.
More about Granada
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Granada right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Granada Airport:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Granada when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Alhambra followed by alhambra granda and Albayzín.
Explore more of Spain
Granada has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. Around 120 miles south-west of Granada, a visit to Ceuta will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Plaza Señora de África.
Around 140 miles south of Granada, Melilla is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Barrio del Real, Alcazaba Garden and Plaza de Armas.
