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

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burbank. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 37m 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 American Airlines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Burbank takes 209 km and will cost you around $57. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 314 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 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burbank. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 37m 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 American Airlines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Burbank takes 209 km and will cost you around $57. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,775 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,721 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,110 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,259 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,698 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,865 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,051 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,496 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,447 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,701 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,089 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, 1222 reviews)
$138+
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Marriott Hotel Chicago Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 558 reviews)
$135+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8, 414 reviews)
$104+
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Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, 497 reviews)
$110+
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Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.5, 749 reviews)
$104+
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Sleep Inn Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1627 reviews)
$75+
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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.

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.

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