Drive or Fly: Cicero, IL to Metropolis, IL?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
Short enough to drive comfortably in a day. Airport overhead makes flying slower door-to-door.
Drive
Door to Door
6h 44m
Distance
360.8 mi
Total Cost
$90
CO2
146 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$55
Meals (1 day)$35
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Comfortable one-day drive
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Likely faster door-to-door than flying
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 19m
39m in the air
Air Distance
329 mi
Total Cost
$188
CO2
84 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$133
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Cicero, ILChicago Midway International Airport (4 mi)
Metropolis, ILPaducah, Barkley Regional Airport (7 mi)
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Saves about 2h 25m compared to driving
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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May need a rental car at destination
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 6h 44m | 4h 19m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $90 | $188 |
| Carbon footprint | 146 kg CO2 | 84 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Cicero, IL to Metropolis, IL with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.