Flying from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) departing from either of these.
The timezone in Niagara Falls is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Niagara Falls International Airport is located in Niagara Falls.
Your flight from Chicago to IAG won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
With more travelers during busy periods like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is about 25 miles from central Chicago. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveler tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 12 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to IAG, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG)
Consider staying in a hotel near IAG if you have a late flight from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) to central Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls International Airport is approximately 6 miles from central Niagara Falls. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 14 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG)
$179 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport. Return flights start from $269. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from Chicago to IAG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Niagara Falls in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Niagara Falls is July, with the temperature ranging between 59ºF and 81ºF. Book your flights from Chicago to IAG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 16ºF and 36ºF. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Niagara Falls
After booking your flight from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Niagara Falls:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Aquarium of Niagara, Whirlpool State Park and Niagara Wine Trail are major attractions which should be on every Niagara Falls itinerary.
Complete your Niagara Falls trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Chicago to Niagara Falls International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Niagara Falls. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
