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Museum of Glass
Contemporary glass museum with hot shop demonstrations, changing exhibitions, and direct access to the Bridge of Glass.
Flights from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA depart on average 44 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €317 but you can travel from only €278 by train.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:13, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 1737 miles (2797 km) distance in 4h 33m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1737 miles (2797 km) |
Average flight duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €317 |
Flights per day 44 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 4h 33m |
First flight 12:13 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €502 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €502, while a flight costs an average of €663.
Distance: 1737 miles (2797 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€663 Average price | €502 Average price Cheapest | €341 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
9h 24m Average total duration Fastest 7h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 53h 45m Average total duration 53h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA:
A train is €161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA costing on average €663.
Other travel options to Tacoma, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 53h 15m.
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Contemporary glass museum with hot shop demonstrations, changing exhibitions, and direct access to the Bridge of Glass.
Automobile museum displaying vintage cars, motorcycles, and automotive history in a large restored industrial building.
Art museum focused on Northwest art, rotating exhibitions, and notable galleries in a central downtown location.
Scenic waterfront promenade for walking, biking, and views of Commencement Bay, marinas, and the Tacoma Narrows in the distance.
Large public park with gardens, old-growth forest, beaches, and viewpoints over Puget Sound; ideal for a half-day visit.
Lively downtown district with restored theaters, murals, shops, and historic architecture, popular for an evening walk.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tacoma, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA flights use the O'Hare International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Chicago, IL and Tacoma, WA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
O'Hare International Airport is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
O'Hare International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and intertiol. Top options include Tortas Frontera and Publican Tavern.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at O'Hare International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels such as Hilton Chicago O'Hare are located on airport grounds, with others like the Hyatt Regency nearby..
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