Chicago Midway Airport Departures (MDW)

Before exiting your transport vehicle at Midway International Airport, collect your personal belongings before entering the airport gate.

Additionally, it is ideal for passengers to arrive at the facility at least 90 minutes before their flight schedule or per instruction by the airline carrier.

Parking at Midway International Airport

The airport has enough parking spaces at its two parking locations. However, some areas can get occupied quickly, depending on the day. See more information about long and short-term parking at Midway International Airport.

Please allow plenty of time when traveling with your vehicle to the airport. Cash or credit card payments are accepted at the facility. It is open 24/7.

Transfer Services at Midway International Airport

Passengers with outbound flights can get to the airport on a rental car, taxi, rideshare, shuttle, train, and public bus.

Rental Car Services at Midway International Airport

When ready to return your vehicle to the car rental center, remove all personal items before turning over the rented vehicle to the designated facility.

Allow plenty of time for your drive when returning the vehicle. If you're not sure where to go, give the rental company a call.

When renting a vehicle, customers must abide by the Terms and Conditions of the rental company at all times. See all rental car companies at Midway International Airport.

Please contact the rental car company directly for item(s) lost and found inside the vehicle.

Report to the airport Lost and Found Section for item(s) left in a rental car center area at +1 773-838-0656.

Ideally, they will keep them in the Lost Property Office for 30 days.

Ride Shares at Midway International Airport

Rideshares drop passengers at the designated offloading area in front of the terminal building.

Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the company's app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver. They can also request a ride a few days before their flight to avoid the inconvenience.

For added safety, ridesharing apps should let users verify the identity of drivers by checking out their faces, license plates, and colors.

Taxis at Midway International Airport

Taxi drop off passengers at the designated area in front of the terminal building.

One-way fare from Downtown to MDW is about $40.00.

If you are traveling from outside the city area, please consult your driver for rates. It is customary to give the driver a tip (15-20% of the fare) for good service. More information about taxis at Midway International Airport.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and the driver's name when traveling to and from the airport, just in case you leave something behind.

Trains at Midway International Airport

Chicago's Orange Line trains operate from Downtown Chicago to Midway Airport.

Upon arrival at MDW, walk toward the walkway connecting the train station to the airport terminal building. More information about train services at Midway International Airport.

Buses at Midway International Airport

There are safe and convenient bus services from downtown Chicago and several suburban areas to Midway. Further information about buses to and from Midway International Airport.

Buses drop off passengers at the Midway Transportation Center, adjacent to the airport terminal building.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Midway International Airport

Many hotels in downtown Chicago provide shuttle services. Passengers are advised to confirm if this is available at their accommodation with their respective hotel.

Shuttles drop passengers at the designated location in front of the terminal building.

Parking at Midway International Airport

Midway International Airport provides safe and comfortable parking spaces for its customers. Reserved parking is also available at the facility 24/7. Cash and credit card payments are accepted. See more information about long and short-term parking at Midway International Airport.