Introduction
What to do
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 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Burbank include Southwest, Frontier and Volaris. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 02m.

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 South Bend, expect to pay about $21 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 129 km and will cost you around $42. From Lafayette, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 241 km.

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Burbank include Southwest, Frontier and Volaris. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 02m.

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 South Bend, expect to pay about $21 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 129 km and will cost you around $42. From Lafayette, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Burbank

Airlines serving Burbank

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,676 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,641 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,023 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,147 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,059 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,136 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,453 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,586 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,625 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,902 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,497 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,063 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,057 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,899 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,663 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

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 203 reviews)
$163+
Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1220 reviews)
$128+
Marriott Hotel Chicago Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 556 reviews)
$143+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago-Midway Airport By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 441 reviews)
$115+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 408 reviews)
$106+
Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.4, 744 reviews)
$90+

Renting a car in Burbank

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.