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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 December
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burbank in December
Estimated hotel price
$94
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 Niles takes 1h 58m 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 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, American Airlines and Amtrak. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 80 miles and will cost you around $44. From Lafayette, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 135 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 Niles takes 1h 58m 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 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, American Airlines and Amtrak. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 80 miles and will cost you around $44. From Lafayette, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

KLM
Good (1,472 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,856 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,801 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,296 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,142 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,441 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,719 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,815 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,072 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,909 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,024 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,477 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,500 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,130 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,205 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 (8.6, 1228 reviews)
$142+
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Marriott Hotel Chicago Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 558 reviews)
$147+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago-Midway Airport By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 451 reviews)
$144+
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Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.7, 751 reviews)
$96+
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Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, 497 reviews)
$122+
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Cindy Lyn Motel
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$119+
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Renting a car in Burbank

Renting a car in Burbank costs $33 per day, on average, or $98 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 $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17.

Renting a car in Burbank costs $33 per day, on average, or $98 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 $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17.

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