Burbank travel guide

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You're Going to Love Burbank

With a population of 28.925, Burbank is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burbank has to offer.

When to visit Burbank

Burbank in December
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burbank in December
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Burbank

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 7 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from New York and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burbank. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 20 km from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 129 km and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 153 km.

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 7 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from New York and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burbank. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 20 km from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 129 km and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 153 km.

Airports near Burbank

Airlines serving Burbank

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,603 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,970 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,968 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,548 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (757 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (770 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,324 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (971 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Burbank

Most booked hotels in Burbank

Hampton Inn and Suites Bridgeview Chicago
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 459 reviews)
$161+
Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 900 reviews)
$206+
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
3 stars
Good (7.6, 637 reviews)
$146+
Super 8 by Wyndham Bridgeview/Chicago Area
2 stars
Good (7, 398 reviews)
$76+
Sleep Inn Midway Airport Bedford Park
2 stars
Good (6.8, 1060 reviews)
$119+
Woodspring Suites Chicago Midway
2 stars
Good (6.6, 553 reviews)
$84+

Renting a car in Burbank

Renting a car in Burbank costs $39 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 66% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Burbank (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Burbank is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special SUV or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Burbank costs $39 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 66% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Burbank (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Burbank is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special SUV or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.