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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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burbank has to offer.

When to visit Burbank

Burbank in February
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burbank in February
Estimated hotel price
$81
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 Atlanta and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burbank, followed by Train. The train journey from Burbank to South Bend takes 1h 54m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 36m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Burbank takes 290 km and will cost you around $38. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 346 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 Atlanta and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burbank, followed by Train. The train journey from Burbank to South Bend takes 1h 54m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 36m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Burbank takes 290 km and will cost you around $38. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 346 km.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,543 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,997 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,489 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,995 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,395 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,385 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,548 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,219 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,906 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,124 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,467 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,873 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (998 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,597 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,155 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Burbank

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Chicago - Midway and Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Burbank

Most booked hotels in Burbank

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Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1196 reviews)
$136+
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Marriott Hotel Chicago Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 555 reviews)
$149+
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Hampton Inn Chicago-Midway Airport (Bedford Park)
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 818 reviews)
$136+
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Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1161 reviews)
$115+
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Sleep Inn Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1611 reviews)
$93+
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Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.2, 733 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Burbank

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burbank, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burbank, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

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