The best is going to be the Rockford, IL airport. This is about an hour away from the venue / lodging we have for the wedding. The second best is going to be the Chicago O'Hare airport. This is about 2 hours away from our venue / lodging we have for the wedding.
Though it is not ideal for the location, you certainly can! This airport is south Chicago so it is much farther away than the Chicago O'hare airport. If you are only coming in mainly for the wedding I don't recommend flying into this airport. On the other hand, if you are coming in earlier to see Chicago then come to the venue, if you are ok with driving a little further than this is a good option.
For my fellow crowd under 25, it is possible to rent a car if you want to fly! I've had good experience with Enterprise. They have vehicles available for driver's 21 and up. It is only a little more expensive due to extra insurance on the vehicle, but it's ranged anywhere from $500-$750 for four days. Please make sure when renting you choose the option "drivers from 21-24" so you are actually able to get your vehicle.
So we have room blocks for the lodge running from July 7th through the 10th, so that is our initial timing for the wedding! You are more than welcome to stay later or come in earlier, however either of these options you can either book the lodges now for a longer period of time or get a hotel!
No matter what side of the family you are, it will be best to talk to Chloe! As most of us know, Wyatt is actively on deployment so Chloe has the details of our plans and what you all will need to know. Most have Chloe's number so that is always best, however if there is someone with a question that does not have that number, send an email to vollertsen.chloe@gmail.com and she will respond there as well.