Flights from Chicago to Austin (CHI to AUS)

Austin is the capital of the state of Texas and the seat of Travis County in the US. The fastest growing city in the country, it is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. Austin derives ample praise from many top-class publications like the US News & World Report who had named Austin the number 1 place to live in the US for 2017 and 2018. Prior to that, Forbes had ranked Austin number 1 on its list of ‘Cities of the Future in 2016. Austin is home to many attractions like the University of Texas, the Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum, the Bullock Texas State History Museum and the State Capitol.

Things to do in Austin

State Capitol

The State Capitol in Austin hosts the offices of the State Governor and the Chambers of the Texas Legislature. Completed in 1888, this 308-feet tall superstructure and its grand sum of parklands and monuments are all a National Historic Landmark. It is the sixth tallest state capitol and it easily beats the US Capitol in Washington, DC in its own game. Some major attractions here are the Texas African American History Memorial, the Vietnam War monument, and a bronze statue of a soldier.

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Spread across 351-acres, the Zilker Park is the most famous park in Austin. It is also the preferred choice for all nature lovers and picnickers in the city. Other attractions here are its scenic riverside walking trails, disc golf course, and volleyball courts. Two other important attractions here are the Zilker Playscape, which is a large playground for kids between 2 to 5 years of age, and the Zilker Zephyr, which is a toy train. Also, of note here is a botanical garden.

Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake is a scenic lake made after slicing a part of Colorado River that covers 416 acres and tops the charts as one of the city's most popular picnic areas. It derives its name after the wife of President Lyndon Johnson and features many posh hotels and posh residential colonies. The scenic riverside paths comprise many popular attractions like Zilker Metropolitan Park, the Town Lake Metropolitan Park's Vic Mathias Shores, Waller Beach, and Eilers Neighborhood Park. It is advisable to spend a day kayaking and canoeing at the Texas Rowing Centre here.

Best Time to Visit Austin

Spring season, the months from March to May is the best to book your flights from Chicago to Austin. Book your flights from CHI to AUS during summers to enjoy famous cultural events like South by Southwest, Star of Texas Fair and Festival, Austin Fine Arts Festival and Austin Food + Wine Festival. It is advised to book Austin flights in advance to avoid paying more during peak season.