Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Waukegan travel guide

Waukegan Tourism | Waukegan Guide

You're Going to Love Waukegan

With a population of 89,078, Waukegan is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States.

Where to Eat in Waukegan

If you’re looking for affordable options, Asia-Azteca at American Place Casino (4011 Fountain Square Pl) and Anastasias Restaurant & Sports Lounge - Waukegan (3880 Northpoint Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Waukegan

Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waukegan

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 35 miles from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 12m.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 35 miles from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 35 miles from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 12m.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 35 miles from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

Lufthansa
Good (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,007 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,425 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,396 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,794 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,092 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,422 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,982 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,528 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,932 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,587 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,921 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,216 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waukegan

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan and Red Roof Inn Gurnee - Waukegan.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waukegan

Hiring a car in Waukegan

Expect to pay $2.16 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.90 and $34.54. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Compact (Kia K4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.16 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.90 and $34.54. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Compact (Kia K4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.