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 February
Estimated hotel price
$144
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burbank in February
Estimated hotel price
$144
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 centre. The shortest flight to Burbank from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 14m.

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 $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $32 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 20 km from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Avis and Budget, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Burbank takes 354 km and will cost you around $189. From Monona, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 356 km.

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Burbank from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 14m.

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 $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $32 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 20 km from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Avis and Budget, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Burbank takes 354 km and will cost you around $189. From Monona, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 356 km.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

KLM
Good (1,414 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,579 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,533 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,028 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,027 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,463 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,584 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,325 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,902 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,104 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,477 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,882 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,009 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,623 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,170 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 $1.61 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 $19.27 and $25.69. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Burbank, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.61 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 $19.27 and $25.69. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Burbank, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.