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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 7 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 29m.

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 Champaign, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 45m 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 Greyhound, American Airlines and Amtrak. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Burbank takes 241 km and will cost you around $80. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $88 for a journey of 338 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 Nashville and takes around 1h 29m.

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 Champaign, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 45m 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 Greyhound, American Airlines and Amtrak. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Burbank takes 241 km and will cost you around $80. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $88 for a journey of 338 km.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

Lufthansa
Good (7,965 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,509 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,940 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,209 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,583 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,992 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,319 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,967 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,520 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,540 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,972 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,202 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 (8.9, 206 reviews)
$176+
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Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1266 reviews)
$170+
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Marriott Hotel Chicago Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 559 reviews)
$188+
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Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.7, 774 reviews)
$121+
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Sleep Inn Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1649 reviews)
$97+
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Woodspring Suites Chicago Midway
2 stars
Good (6.3, 510 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Burbank

Renting a car in Burbank costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26.

Renting a car in Burbank costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26.

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