Flying from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Chicago's main airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR) leaving from this terminal.
2 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Chicago to Hector International Airport flight.
Fargo's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago. Hector International Airport is located in Fargo.
With 47 direct flights a week between the two airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hector International Airport (FAR) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:45am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from ORD to FAR is with American Airlines at 10:04pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to FAR.
With more travellers during peak months like July, 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
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR) leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When departing from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport with United Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between ORD and FAR is United.
American Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you take public transport.
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Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Hector International Airport (FAR)
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Getting from Hector International Airport (FAR) to central Fargo
Hector International Airport to the centre of Fargo is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR)
Currently, $181 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Hector International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $332. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to FAR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR). July is the busiest month to travel to Fargo. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
The warmest month in Fargo is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Chicago to FAR plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Hector International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -3ºC (27ºF).
More about Fargo
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There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Red River Zoo, Plains Art Museum and Fargo Art Alley are top sights which should be on any good Fargo itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Grand Forks is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Fargo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including North Dakota Museum of Art, Memorial Park and Grand Forks County Historical Society Myra Museum.
Your trip through the United States wouldn't be complete without visiting Aberdeen. Dacotah Prairie Museum and Greetings from Aberdeen Mural are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is around 209 kilometres southwest of Fargo.