What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Surprise?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Surprise is to fly which costs $130 - $700 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Surprise?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Surprise is to fly which takes 8h and costs $130 - $700.

How far is it from Chicago to Surprise?

The distance between Chicago and Surprise is 1486 miles. The road distance is 1724.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Surprise without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Surprise without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 44m and costs $230 - $1,400.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Surprise?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Chicago to Surprise, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Surprise?

Surprise is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 12:25 PM in Chicago and 11:25 AM in Surprise.

Can I drive from Chicago to Surprise?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Surprise is 1724 miles. It takes approximately 30h 19m to drive from Chicago to Surprise.

Where can I stay near Surprise?

There are 565+ hotels available in Surprise.

Chicago to Surprise - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Surprise by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)MDW - PHX
8h
$136–659
Train, bus via Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to FlagstaffSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Denny's RestaurantGroome Transportation
35h 44m
$237–1,329
Drive 1,714.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Surprise1,714.1 mi
30h 19m
$313–452
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)ORD - PHX
8h 20m
$226–609
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Phoenix (PHX)MKE - PHX
9h 31m
$258–1,222
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Maricopa AmtrakTexas Eagle
2. Take the bus from Maricopa Amtrak to North Phoenix Metro Center Transit StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2d 14h

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

76Weekly Planes

4h 6mAverage Duration

$135Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Surprise.

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Distance: 1,477.1 mi
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Surprise, AZ, USA?

Volaris, Frontier Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) every 2 hours.

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