Orange County to Chicago Flights

John Wayne Airport

John Wayne Airport is the only commercial airport in Orange County, California, making it the perfect option for travelers who don't want to drive into Los Angeles to board a plane at LAX. Look for flights from Orange County on CheapTickets, where you can search for international flights aboard the airlines serving John Wayne Airport, including Frontier Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. John Wayne Airport is located about five miles south of downtown Santa Ana, along Interstate 405.

Parking at the Airport

Parking structures are located near each of the terminals at John Wayne Airport. The rate for parking is $2 per hour up to a maximum of $20 per day. The first 15 minutes of parking are free. Valet parking is also available with curbside drop-off.

Getting to the Airport

Public bus routes 76 and 212 both offer service to John Wayne Airport for a $1.50 fare. The fee for taxis serving the airport is $2.95 for the first quarter mile and $0.65 for each additional quarter mile.

Dining at the Airport

You can grab a coffee at Starbucks or a frozen yogurt at Pinkberry for a quick treat at John Wayne Airport. The airport also has a variety of restaurants for passengers who have time for meals before catching flights from Orange County. You can check departure times when you book your flight with CheapTickets.

Airports in Chicago

Finding bargain flights to Chicago is a breeze with CheapTickets. The website helps the budget planner find the best deals with a few clicks of a mouse. If you're flying to Chicago, the third largest city in the United States, you'll land at one of the two major airports in the city: O'Hare International Airport or Chicago Midway International Airport. The latter serves primarily domestic destinations. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is situated in the northwestern part of the city, 17 miles from downtown Chicago. It is primarily serviced by two major airlines: United Airlines and American Airlines.

Transportation from O'Hare

You have quite a few transportation options available to get to and from O'Hare International Airport, from local mass transit lines, regional trains and buses, and airport shuttles to taxi service and rental cars. CTA Blue Line, among many others, is a fast and convenient way to get to and from the airport without having to deal with traffic.

Weather in Chicago

Chicago has a humid continental climate, and all four seasons are distinct. Winters are very cold, with average temperatures ranging from the low 20s to the mid-30s. Springs are wet, while summers are hot and often humid. The smallest amount of precipitation is in February and January, while the greatest amount of rainfall is in August and April. With its mainly sunny days and mild daytime temperatures, autumn is probably the best time to visit Chicago.

Attractions in Chicago

From the Art Institute of Chicago, the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and Cloud Gate and Millennium Park to Lake Michigan, John Hancock Center, and the Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago has plenty of attractions for history buffs and adventurers alike. When you're looking for the best prices on flights to Chicago, check CheapTickets.com.