Flying from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for taking off from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), the city's main airports.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to MDW.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
SCF is about 32 kilometers from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Planning to catch a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)? Direct Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) flight tickets can be booked from here.
From PHX, direct flights from Phoenix to MDW can be booked with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the PHX to MDW route.
Flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport are more likely to arrive on time with Southwest Airlines than with any other carrier.
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82.57% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're making your way to AZA from central Phoenix, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 56 kilometers.
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Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive when they should. At AZA, that rate is 78.65%.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport flight.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
The center of Chicago is about 14 kilometers from Chicago Midway International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport is AED 120. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 228. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to MDW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). July is the peak month for travel to Chicago. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in May.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Phoenix to MDW flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Chicago Midway International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
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Explore more of the United States
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