Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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.

When to visit Burbank

Burbank in December
Estimated hotel price
$159
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burbank in December
Estimated hotel price
$159
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 centre. The shortest flight to Burbank from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burbank, followed by Train. The train journey from Burbank to Bloomington takes 2h 19m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $68 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 13 miles from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including American Airlines, Amtrak and FlixBus. From Monona, the bus ride to Burbank takes 220 miles and will cost you around $146. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $180 for a journey of 230 miles.

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Burbank from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burbank, followed by Train. The train journey from Burbank to Bloomington takes 2h 19m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $68 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 13 miles from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including American Airlines, Amtrak and FlixBus. From Monona, the bus ride to Burbank takes 220 miles and will cost you around $146. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $180 for a journey of 230 miles.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

Lufthansa
Good (7,964 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,345 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,582 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,983 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,969 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,319 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,518 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,540 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,911 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,801 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

Hiring a car in Burbank

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Burbank (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.59 and $31.45.

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Burbank (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.59 and $31.45.