Flying from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago is 9 hours 37 minutes.
Chicago is 6 hours behind Belgrade, where Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 3 weekly flights between the two airports, Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. Air Serbia operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from BEG to ORD is with Air Serbia at 17:20.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from BEG to Chicago. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago. Start your trip at BEG and land at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Air Serbia. This carrier has direct flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from BEG to Chicago, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you hold a passport from Serbia, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
BEG is about 18 kilometres from central Belgrade. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 48 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near BEG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago is P27,940. The cheapest price for a return flight is P29,923. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BEG to Chicago, book your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. After your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 46 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to drop your things at near MDW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from BEG to Chicago at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month for flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago. To escape the crowds, travel to Chicago in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from BEG to Chicago sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
After locking in your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Chicago, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are highlights which should feature on every Chicago itinerary.
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