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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from New York and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burbank, followed by Train. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kalamazoo, expect to pay about $37 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 13 miles from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Greyhound, Amtrak and Tornado Bus. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 80 miles and will cost you around $54. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 220 miles.

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from New York and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burbank, followed by Train. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kalamazoo, expect to pay about $37 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 13 miles from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Greyhound, Amtrak and Tornado Bus. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 80 miles and will cost you around $54. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,785 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,741 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,207 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,519 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,683 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,720 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,883 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,898 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,051 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,495 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,451 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,705 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,092 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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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 204 reviews)
$163+
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Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1227 reviews)
$138+
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Marriott Hotel Chicago Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 558 reviews)
$139+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.9, 414 reviews)
$106+
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Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.5, 749 reviews)
$105+
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Woodspring Suites Chicago Midway
2 stars
Good (6.3, 480 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Burbank

Renting a car in Burbank costs $36 per day, on average, or $108 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burbank, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Burbank costs $36 per day, on average, or $108 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burbank, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

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