Flying from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): what you need to know
All 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 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) taking off from either of these bases.
The average duration of a direct flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is 1 hour 56 minutes.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located in Roanoke. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 13:55. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ORD to ROA is with United at 19:35.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to ROA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more travelers during busy months like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Get to your destination in one go from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) are available from here.
United is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport departing from ORD.
From central Chicago, ORD is around 25 miles away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Want other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)? Browse the fares leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Get on your direct flight from Chicago to ROA with United. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of MDW.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 12 miles away, and getting there by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to ROA:
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ROA instead:
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to the center of Roanoke takes about 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is $223. The cheapest price for a return flight is $210. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 5 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Chicago to ROA.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Roanoke. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Roanoke is July, with temperatures ranging between 59ºF and 90ºF. Lock in your flights from Chicago to ROA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in January when temperatures average between 19ºF and 50ºF.
More about Roanoke
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Roanoke:
Virginia Museum of Transportation and Taubman Museum of Art are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Roanoke must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Center in the Square.
Complete your Roanoke trip with a car rental
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