Chicago Midway Airport
General information
Chicago’s second busiest airport is named after Midway, in honor of the Battle of Midway. The airport is a large square block in the southwest of the city, the five runways are situated like a cross through the square. The terminal is located on the eastern side of the airport. Chicago Midway Airport is a base for Southwest Airlines, the low-cost carrier is responsible for 95% of the total number of passengers. Chicago has two major international airports, Chicago O’Hare Airport in the northwest of the city and Chicago Midway Airport in the southwest of the city.
Location
Where is Chicago Midway Airport situated?
Chicago Midway Airport is located southwest of Downtown Chicago (The Loop). The airport is easily accessible by car, the nearest highway is Interstate 55 (I-55).
How many terminals does Chicago Midway Airport have?
The airport has a terminal with three concourses. Concourse A (A1 – A19), Concourse B (B1 – B26) and Concourse C (C1 – C3) are connected by a walkway to the Main Terminal (Check-In & Baggage Claim). Central Market with shops, food and drink options is located between Concourse A and Concourse B.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Chicago Midway Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United States.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Chicago O'Hare Airport | 25km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Chicago Midway Airport to the centre of Chicago is 18 kilometres. By car, it takes 20 minutes to get to the centre of Chicago.
From MDW Airport to Chicago City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Chicago Midway Airport by public transport. Visit the Chicago Midway Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Chicago Midway Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Chicago is about $ 40.-. Book your taxi at Chicago Midway Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From MDW Airport to Chicago City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Chicago Midway Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Avis, Budget, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Enterprise, Hertz, National (Enterprise Holdings), Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Chicago Midway Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Chicago Midway Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Chicago Midway Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Chicago Midway Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Chicago Midway Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Southwest Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- Allegiant Air
- Volaris
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Chicago Midway Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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Chicago: 1.5-Hour Lake and River Architecture Cruise
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Reviews
Have you visited Chicago Midway Airport lately? So far, 3 airport passengers have written an airport review about Chicago Midway Airport. This airport has an average score of 3 out of 5. Provide other airport travellers with essential airport information and tell us about your airport experience.
Latest airport reviews
Was on a short road trip with a "friend" to Chicago. Unfortunately it was not a pleasant trip. it ended with me in the hospital having been assaulted & left in Chicago. So, I had to find an alternative form of transportation home. The hospital I was at helped me get to Midway Airport. First time traveling from there. Everything from the line at the check-in, to boarding the plane & take off went really quick for how busy they were. Topped off with great service on our smooth flight & landing 20 minutes early made for a really relaxing flight back home to MN. Thank you Delta Airlines & Midway Airport for helping me get back home safely. Definitely 5 stars!
I haven't been to Midway for multiple years now after moving away in 2017 so I was surprised by all the changes they have made. Claiming baggage was faster than it had ever been (used to take upwards of an hour). I found security to be much more functional that it ever was and with a lot more space. And the gate area had ports for your phones that actually worked and was clean. My only issue really that we had is honestly the fact they got rid of their cheaper options like McDonald's and added upscale places and I am sorry I don't want to pay 20 bucks for a breakfast sandwich. Having different price points for people traveling is so important for customers. I will never understand this choice. So just fair warning for those that may only eat McDonald's while traveling- you won't find one at good old Midway. They are trying to make the place upscale.
This is the worst airport in the world to retrieve your luggage Had to wait almost an hour to get my luggage