Travelling from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) departing from either of these.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour behind New York.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), with 35 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to MDW is the 06:00 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to MDW, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like August or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
From central New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Want more options for a direct flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Browse the fares flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to MDW, stay in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Book a hotel close to MDW if you're taking a late flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
Chicago Midway International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 46 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
$109 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport. Return flights start from $217. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from New York to MDW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from New York to MDW. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Before you book a flight from New York to MDW, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Chicago to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Shut down all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We've also got incredible deals on car rentals in Chicago once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Chicago Midway International Airport. Easily compare prices all in one place and drive away with the lowest rate in town.