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Airports Near Elgin

The closest airports to Elgin, Illinois: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Elgin, Illinois is Dupage Airport (DPA), about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 32 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
DPADupage AirportChicago/West Chicago, United States9 mi / 15 km32 minRegional
ORDChicago O'Hare International AirportChicago, United States20 mi / 32 km38 minInternational
PWKChicago Executive AirportChicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States20 mi / 32 km38 minRegional
AUZAurora Municipal AirportChicago/Aurora, United States21 mi / 34 km41 minRegional
LOTLewis University AirportChicago/Romeoville, United States31 mi / 50 km56 minRegional
MDWChicago Midway International AirportChicago, United States32 mi / 52 km58 minInternational
UGNWaukegan Regional AirportChicago/Waukegan, United States34 mi / 55 km1 hr 1 minRegional
JOTJoliet Regional AirportJoliet, United States36 mi / 58 km1 hr 5 minRegional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Dupage Airport (DPA) is the most convenient at about 9 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) (20 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Elgin. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with DPA.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near DPA saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Elgin is Dupage Airport (DPA), about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 32 min by road.

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