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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Palermo is to fly and bus which costs €220 - €700 and takes 17h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Palermo is to fly which takes 15h 7m and costs €220 - €750.

How far is it from Chicago to Palermo?

The distance between Chicago and Palermo is 8113 km.

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

It takes approximately 15h 7m to get from Chicago to Palermo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Palermo?

Palermo is 6h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:08 PM in Chicago and 10:08 PM in Palermo.

Where can I stay near Palermo?

There are 6147+ hotels available in Palermo.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Palermo by plane, train, or bus

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Palermo Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Palermo Airport (PMO)plane ORD - PMO
15h 7m
€225–709
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane ORD - CTA
2. Take the bus from Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Stop to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazellobus
17h 45m
€223–681
Train to South Bend, fly to Palermo Airport
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Palermo Airport (PMO)plane SBN - PMO
19h 21m
€256–919
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Palermo Airport
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Palermo Airport (PMO)plane MDW - PMO
16h 46m
€365–1,109

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Palermo Airport (PMO) flights

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Distance: 8,113.4 km
Duration: 15h 7m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Palermo, Italy?

ITA Airways, Lufthansa, and six other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Palermo Airport (PMO) twice daily.

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