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- Map of Des Plaines, IL
- About Des Plaines, IL
- Where is Des Plaines, IL on the map?
- How far is Des Plaines, IL from where I am?
- Find hotels in Des Plaines, IL
- Rent a car near Des Plaines, IL
- Race a karting track in Des Plaines, IL
- Play a pub crawl round in Des Plaines, IL
- Popular destinations close by
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3About Des Plaines, IL
Des Plaines is a Cook County city 17 miles northwest of Chicago, right next to O'Hare Airport. I-294, US-14, and IL-58 provide easy highway access from all directions, making it popular with airport travelers and Chicago commuters. The city experiences typical Midwest weather with hot summers and cold winters, and offers several EV charging stations near shopping areas. It's home to the original McDonald's museum, preserving Ray Kroc's first 1955 franchise location.
Where is Des Plaines, IL on the map?
Des Plaines, IL is in United States, at 42.035, -87.901 - about 26 km south of Vernon Hills, IL.
How far is Des Plaines, IL from where I am?
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What is the closest airport to Des Plaines, IL?
The closest airport to Des Plaines, IL is Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 17 km (about 33 min by car). Other airports nearby: Chicago Midway International Airport, Gary/Chicago International Airport.