Waukegan, IL — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Illinois, United States.
Served by Waukegan National Airport (UGN).

History

Waukegan is a city in Lake County, Illinois, United States, and its county seat. Located 36 miles (58 km) north of Chicago, Waukegan is a satellite city within the greater Chicago metropolitan area. Its population was 89,321 at the 2020 census.

Airports

Kenosha Regional Airport (ENW) 16 mi to the centre

Kenosha, WI, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) 17 mi to the centre

Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, IL, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) 4.3 mi to the centre

Chicago/Waukegan, IL, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Herbert C. Maas Airport 7.8 mi to the centre

Zion, IL, US

Outdoor

Campbell Airport 10 mi to the centre

Grayslake, IL, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Waukegan National Airport (UGN); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Waukegan, IL. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.