Flying from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is one hour ahead of Chicago, where Chicago Midway International Airport is located. Toronto observes the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). There are 12 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MDW to YTZ is the 09:15 Porter Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 17:50 with Porter Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your MDW to Toronto flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is where you'll be touching down.
Porter Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from MDW to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Travelling from central Chicago to MDW takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MDW:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago Midway International Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto flight is £53. The cheapest price for a return flight is £127. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from MDW to Toronto, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kms (17 miles) away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MDW to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kms (2 miles) from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
The journey will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near YTZ. Kick back and get cosy after your MDW to Toronto flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto has arrived. Central Toronto is around 72 kms (45 miles) from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel near YHM. Get comfortable at one of these options after your MDW to Toronto flight:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Book your ride from YHM a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Toronto in January.
Before booking a Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to Toronto in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Top CN Tower, CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are highlights which should be on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 499 kms (310 miles) away to the northeast, popular attractions include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you want to check out another major stop in Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 354 kms (220 miles) northeast of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are key reasons to visit.