Traveling from Albany Airport (ALB) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago one hour behind Albany.
Choose from ten weekly Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flights. The 05:10 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:45.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ALB to MDW flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ALB to MDW flights. A dependable 82.43% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ALB and MDW include:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany Airport (ALB) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight is AED 472. A round-trip plane ticket right now is AED 943. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALB to MDW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Albany Airport (ALB)
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Albany Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Albany Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Albany. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ALB:
Arriving at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
If you're landing on a late Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDW:
Travel at your own speed with a Chicago Midway Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chicago Midway Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway Airport to the center of Chicago has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Lock in your flight from Albany Airport to Chicago Midway Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALB to MDW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Chicago, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 451 kilometers south-east to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theater, your itinerary will be busy.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometers south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
