Chicago Midway Airport-Mdw
(773) 838-0600
5600 S Cicero Ave
Chicago,
IL
60638
41.7918
-87.7413
Neighborhoods: Southwest Side, Garfield Ridge
What People Are Saying About Chicago Midway Airport-Mdw
The Editor
Elisa Kronish
Citysearch
Flying Out
Relatively small Midway is one of the fastest-growing airports in the country; it offers quick in-and-out travel with several discount airlines including Vanguard, ATA, National and Southwest. Renovations have added a new two-level terminal roadway, another terminal building, and more spacious ticket counters and baggage claim areas. The airport is easily reached via the El train's Orange Line, while a new six-level parking garage makes parking easier--allow extra time to get to your gate from both the El station and the garage.
Diversions
Midway's cheerful concession area broadens food options to include local favorites such as Harry Caray's, Lalo's Mexican Restaurant, Potbelly Sandwich Works and Gold Coast Dogs. Shop for Chicago souvenirs, candy, CDs and books. More shops, as well as the airport's first business center, are in the works.
User Reviews
jericsmall
November 23, 2007
The Midway Airport in Chicago is boring. Ya, I know, that's not why you go to airports, but think about how much time you spend in them if you're a frequent travellor. Midway had an upgrade some years back but now it just seems like a big cavernous bore.
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rodluby
July 19, 2007
I want to thank you for your kindness and hospitality. My wife and I arrived in Chicago Midway Airport on the 17th at 12:30 AM. We had a lay over for 6 hours. Theirs was no one in the terminal except us, we heard we could be thier if we had tickets and ID. We pulled up 2 chairs together waiting for a long night. All of a sudden a Police woman came on some kind of riding devise. She told us we could stay their or if we want some rest, they have cot's, blankets, pillows at the end of the terminal. We went up their and at least got some rest. I just want to say thank you for everything, it was the4 nicest thing anone could have ever done. I've never seen an airport that provides that kind of service. Thank You and God bless all of you who do a fantastic job. Mr. & Mrs. Rodney Lubiani
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smudgecats
November 06, 2002
The recent upgrade was great, but only about 2/3rds of the gates are new. And the old ones (due to be replaced) are small and very crowded. And hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Still a better choice than the mess at O'Hare. Half the cab fare and much more compact. Great low-cost carriers, too.
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Taxis and Limos:
If you don't take the El train to Midway, taxis are about $20 for the 10-mile trip from Chicago (no flat rates). Limo information is near Southwest's ticket counter.
