Flying from Chicago to Split Airport (SPU): What you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Split Airport (SPU) taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Split is six hours ahead of Chicago. Split Airport is located in Split, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to SPU. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Chicago to SPU with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and SPU include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
ORD is around 25 miles from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Split Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from the center of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 12 miles or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to SPU flight:
77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 85 miles or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Split Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD arrive at their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Split Airport (SPU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SPU if you have a late flight from Chicago to Split Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Split Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AVIA Rent, Carwiz or united rent a car to explore Split and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Chicago to Split Airport flight.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
Split Airport is about 7 miles from central Split. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Split Airport (SPU)
Right now, $225 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Split Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $477. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to SPU, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Chicago to Split Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Split Airport (SPU)
July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Split Airport (SPU). Plan your visit to Split in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Chicago to SPU plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Split to range from 66ºF to 88ºF.
January has temperatures of between 34ºF and 54ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Split Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Split
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Split Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Split:
Diocletian's Palace and Old Split are a couple of major attractions to put on your Split must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Blue lagoon boat tour - Sentinels.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Split. Around 160 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Upper Town.
Rijeka is another favorite destination in Croatia and is around 150 miles north-west of Split. No trip is complete without seeing Teatro Fenice, Riječki Karneval and The St. Vitus Cathedral.
