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Albany Intl. Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour 20 min

Approximate Travel Distance

711 Miles

Transportation to Airport from Chicago City Center

Chicago Rockford Intl. Airport

Chicago Rockford International Airport is located in Winnebago County, 137 km northwest of Chicago. The airport serves Chicago as well as Rockford and the surrounding areas. The airport is served by three low-cost airlines, Allegiant Air, Apple Vacations, and Elite Airways. The airport is accessible by taxi, bus, and rental car. The airport also features free parking with a capacity of over 1,750 vehicles.

Taxi

Taxis are the most convenient transportation alternative to get to Chicago Rockford International Airport. Taxis fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. Taxi companies that you can choose from include Action Taxi, Speedee Taxi and Jack’s Transportation Taxi.

Bus

Another method of transportation to get to Chicago Rockford International Airport from the city center is by bus. Buses are a more affordable option compared to taxis. The Rockford Mass Transit District buses provide transportation to the airport.

Rental Car

Renting a car is one of the most comfortable ways to get to the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the city center. You can rent a car in the city center and return it at the airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Hertz, National, Alamo and Enterprise.

Limousine

There are limousine services that provide door-to-door transportation from the city center to the airport, and vice versa. You have to book this service in advance. Limousine companies that you can choose from include Fantasy, D&E, A Touch, AAA Quality, Black Cadillac, Chicago Limo, Classic Limousine, Park Avenue, Party Transit, Stretch and Y Drive.

Airport Information

Located 137 km from downtown Chicago, Chicago Rockford International Airport is served by three low-cost airlines that operate domestic and international flights. The airport consists of one terminal, which features health services, rental car offices, a lost and found, and more. In addition, the SkyView Café Bar is available to serve passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. There are also various hotels located around the airport.  


Gary International Airport

Gary/Chicago International Airport is located in Lake County, Indiana, 40 km from Chicago’s city center. Currently the airport only operates charter air services and cargo services however commercial service should be available in the future. The airport is accessible by train, bus, taxi, rental car, and personal car.

Taxi

One of the fastest and most comfortable methods of transportation to get to Gary/Chicago International Airport is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. Taxi companies that you can choose from include All Around Town Taxi and Classic Taxi.

Bus

Another way to get to the airport is by bus. Buses are a more affordable transportation alternative compared to taxis. You can use the Gary Public Transportation Corporation buses. For more information on bus lines and routes visit Gary/Chicago International Airport’s website.

Train

Taking the train to Gary/Chicago International Airport is another convenient transportation alternative. The South Shore Railroad provides transportation between downtown Chicago and the airport.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another method of transportation you can consider to get to Gary/Chicago International Airport. There are various rental car offices located in the city. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Enterprise and Hertz.

Airport Information

Gary/Chicago International Airport is located in Lake County Indiana, 40 km from downtown Chicago. The airport contains one terminal and currently only serves charter flights and cargo air services. The airport contains health services, rental car offices, a lost and found, and various eating and drinking venues. There are shopping areas nearby.


Chicago Midway Intl. Airport

Chicago Midway International Airport is located 13 km from the city center. The airport is dominated by Southwest Airlines but also serves other airlines as well. The airport is accessible by personal car, rental car, taxi, bus, and train.  

Taxi

The fastest and most comfortable transportation alternative to get to Midway International Airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled.  

Bus

Another method of transportation you can use to get to Midway International Airport is by bus. Buses are more affordable than taxis and provide access to the main terminal building. Pace Buses provide transportation between the city center and the airport, running along 7 different routes. The route you need to take will depend on your location in the city. You can get more information on each bus route by visiting Midway International Airport’s website.  

Train

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Orange Line train provides transportation between downtown Chicago and Midway International Airport. For more information regarding this train line you can visit CTA’s website or Midway International Airport’s website. During off hours CTA buses are available.

Rental Car

There are various rental car companies that have offices in the city. Renting a car in the city and driving to Midway International Airport is a convenient way to get to the airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty and Rent A Wreck. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making a reservation.

Airport Information

Midway International Airport contains one terminal building which is equipped with a lost and found, banking services, Wi-Fi access, charging stations, a business center, and more. Midway International Airport also features an Art and Exhibits Program that hosts various special events and exhibits to enhance the time passengers spend at the airport.

The airport also contains stores where you can go shopping, such as Aeromart, Chicago Treasures, Discover Chicago, George’s Music Room, House of Blues, Hudson Booksellers, Hudson News, Kids Works, Life is Good, Marketwalk Chicago, Relay, Spirit of the Red Horse and Viva’s Hallmark. Midway International Airport offers passengers a wide range of eating and drinking venues to satisfy every palate, including Ben & Jerry’s, Get Snacked, McDonalds, Miller’s Pub, Red Mango, Manny’s Deli, and Tuscany.


O'Hare Intl. Airport

Located 27 km from the city center, O’Hare International Airport is accessible by taxi, bus, metra, rental car, and personal car. The airport contains indoor and outdoor parking lots that feature short-term and long-term parking options. O’Hare International Airport is the main international airport serving the city and it is among one of the busiest airports in the world. 

Metra

Chicago’s Metra is a commuter railroad operating throughout the city. You can board the Metra from various parts of the city and take it to O’Hare International Airport. The Metra operates every day of the week, running more frequently during peak hours in the morning and evening and less frequently in the middle of the day. The North Central Service runs through the O’Hare Transfer station. From there you can take a shuttle bus to connect to the Airport Transit System.

Taxi

One of the fastest and most comfortable methods of transportation to get to O’Hare International Airport is by taxi. Taxis are accessible from every part of the city. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled and are an affordable option. You can find out more about specific taxi companies and their contact information by visiting the airport’s website.

Bus

Pace Buses offer direct transportation from various parts of the city and O’Hare International Airport. Regional buses are another way to get to O’Hare International Airport. Regional buses are a more affordable option compared to taxis and are accessible from various bus stops in the city. Regional buses that you can choose from include Act II, Coach USA, Express Air Coach, Illini Shuttle, and PCC.

Rental Car

Renting a car from the city center is another convenient method of transportation to get to the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the city center that also have offices located in the airport. You can return your vehicle at the airport rental car return areas before your departure. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Ace, Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Firefly, Hertz, National, Payless and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

The city of Chicago is one of the most bike friendly cities in the United States. The city currently has over 321 km of protected bike lanes. Chicago actually aims to be the most bike friendly city by 2020 by increasing that area to over 1,000 km of protected bikeways. Therefore, O’Hare International Airport is accessible by bus either via the CTA Blue Line or the Airport Transit System. For more information about how to access the airport terminals by bike please visit O’Hare International Airport’s website.

Airport Information

O’Hare International Airport contains a total of 4 terminal buildings that operate international and domestic flights. O’Hare International Airport covers an expansive area. All international flights operate out of Terminal 5, which is located separately from the other terminals. There is a tunnel to facilitate easy access between Terminal 5 and Terminal 1, 2, and 3. There is also a rail system that provides inter-terminal transportation.  

Terminal 1 operates mainly United Airlines and United Express flights, Terminal 2 operates Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, and Delta Connection flights and Terminal 3 operates American Airlines, Air Berlin, Iberia, and Japan Airlines flights. The airport terminals contain health services, rental car offices, banks, lost and found areas, wireless internet, charging stations, as well as a chapel.

O’Hare International Airport also contains a hotel within its structure. The Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel is equipped with a fitness center, gym, restaurant, market, conference hall, and many other similar services. O’Hare International Airport offers a rich variety of services to passengers, from yoga rooms, to a health club, and walkways. In addition to all this, the airport contains clothing stores where you can go shopping, eating and drinking venues, markets, and more. O’Hare International Airport features services geared towards meeting passengers’ every need.

Transportation to Albany City Center from Airport

Albany Intl. Airport

Passengers arriving at Albany International Airport have access to the city's center with taxis, luxury limousines, rental cars, buses and hotel shuttles. Trips from the airport to the city center do not usually last very long, but depending on the intensity of the traffic, this can sometimes take a while. You can travel to the city center by taking one of the taxis located in front of the airport or take advantage of a convenient car rental option by contacting the car rental offices located inside the terminal.

Taxi

Capitaland Taxi vehicles, which serve passengers at the airport, deliver passengers from airport to city center in a short time with fast, safe and comfortable vehicles. Taxi prices are determined by the taximeter system as it is in most other cities and when you arrive at the destination you need to tip the taxi driver along with the fare shown in the taximeter. All of the airport taxis are accepting credit card. In this case, if you have a credit card valid in the country, you can also use your card to pay easily. If you would like to contact Capitaland Taxi to get information, you can call 518 242-4222.

Limousine

Albany International Airport also has a large number of passengers who want to rent a limousine. You can reach All Occasions Limo, one of the limousine companies waiting for passengers at the airport by phone, at 518 479-5466. Among other companies offering this service Capital Region Limo can be reached at 518-479-2020, while Premiere Limousine can be reached at 518 459-6123 and RLS Limousine at 518 286-4444.

Hotel Shuttle

The passengers staying at one of the hotels located in or near the city center can also reach their hotel directly by a shuttle from the airport terminal. With the hotel shuttles taking passengers from the exit of the Albany International Airport terminal, you can reach the city center and settle into your hotel room soon. Some of the hotels offering this service are Albany Marriott, The Century House & Clarion Hotel, Best Western Sovereign Hotel, Best Western Albany Airport Inn, Comfort Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn Albany, Hilton Garden Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Residence Inn by Marriott, Quality Inn Latham, Homewood Suites, Saratoga Casino Hotel. Please note that you may need to book in advance to make use of this service offered by your hotel.

Bus

It is possible to travel from Albany International airport to many destinations including JFK, Newark and LaGuardia Airport by buses. Take one of the local buses such as Albany, Clifton Park, Amsterdam, Canton, Boston, Buffalo and Chestertown to complete your trip without any difficulty, or you can take the buses to popular spots like Rutland, Burlington.

Car Rental

International car rental companies located at the airport are usually open from 06:00 until midnight. Even if your plane land at the airport very early in the morning, you can rent a car easily at the airport and go to the city with no difficulty. You can tell your travel dates and book your car by calling 800 331-1212 for Avis, 800 527-0700 for Budget, 800 654-3131 for Hertz, 800 736-8227 Alamo for Enterprise and 800 227-7368 for National.

Weather in Albany

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