Via Air
- Companies: American Airlines, Delta Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours (1.5 hours flight time + layover)
- Distance: 690 miles
- Costs:$3,500 MXN (average ticket price)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Consider booking a direct flight on American Airlines for a quicker journey, as they offer more frequent non-stop services from Charlotte to Chicago, followed by a short local transfer.
Via Road
- Transport Mode: Car
- Duration: Approximately 10 hours
- Distance: 675 miles
- Costs: $2,000 MXN (fuel estimated based on average price of $20 MXN/Liter, assuming 30L consumption)
- Roads/Routes: Interstate 77 N → Interstate 40 W → Interstate 74 W → Interstate 39 N → U.S. Route 20 W
Pro Tip: Plan your stops at major rest areas along Interstate 74 for a refreshing break and check out the scenery around Peoria, IL.
Recommendation
For a balance of cost and time efficiency, I recommend taking a flight from Charlotte to Chicago and then a rental car or shuttle service to Freeport. This way, you can enjoy a quick journey and explore the local area once you arrive.