Dublin to Chicago Flights on Aer Lingus from €237.85*

How long is the flight from Dublin to Chicago?

The total flight duration from Dublin to Chicago is 7 hours, 50 minutes.

Things to do and places to see in Chicago

Chicago is a unique city in the United States. It's the largest city in Illinois and the third largest in the United States. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago has a lot to offer. While visiting don't forget to visit Millennium Park and enjoy public art installations, the gorgeous surrounding architecture or events and concerts. If you visit during winter, take a spin around the skating rink. Other attractions worth visiting are:

Lincoln Park Zoo: Lincoln Park Zoo is home to a wide range of animals, including big cats, polar bears, penguins, gorillas, reptiles, monkeys and more totalling about 1,100 animals. Admission is free and it is located just minutes from downtown Chicago at Lake Shore Drive. There is parking available nearby. The ZOO is open every day and definitely worth a stroll around, especially if you are travelling with kids!

Chicago Architecture River Cruise: Chicago's tall buildings are well known to most and there is nothing like seeing it from a leisurely cruise on the river. The 75 minute architecture boat tour will show you over 40 Chicago landmarks. Sit back and enjoy the magnificent views that Chicago has to offer. Adults go for $40 and children for $20.

360 Chicago Observation Deck: Tower above the Windy City's world-famous skyline with admission to 360 Chicago. 94 floors high, the observation deck is one of the tallest buildings in America. This is an amazing experience! Take a super-fast lift to the top of the tower and admire Chicago from above. Upgrade your ticket to include TILT and enjoy a downward-facing ride from 1,030 feet. Standard tickets are $21, make sure you book in advance.

How to get from Chicago Airport to the city centre

O'Hare Chicago Airport is an international airport located on the Northwest Side of Chicago and it's not too far from the city centre. As this is a massive and busy airport, there are plenty of transport options to choose from.

Trains: Catch the CTA train from terminals 1,2 and 3. It is open 24/7 and the Blue Line will take you directly from the airport to the city centre. The Blue Line costs around $5 and takes 45 minutes to get to town.

Taxi/Uber/Lyft: Taxis are everywhere. The ride to town will cost you approximately $50 and should take about 35 minutes. There is a flat fee of $24 per person for a share cab. Uber or Lyft will cost around $30. Don't forget to tip!

Shuttle bus: These services run every 15-20 min from Chicago airports to the city centre, and they offer direct transportation to many hotels in downtown Chicago.

Do I need a visa if I travel to Chicago?

If you're an Irish or European citizen travelling to the USA, you'll require an electronic passport, which remains valid until after the completion of your scheduled trip. Eligible citizens or nationals from all Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries must also obtain approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) prior to travelling to the United States under the Visa Waiver Programme. For more information please visit Aer Lingus Passport and Visas.

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