Flying from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): What you need to know
Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Montreal.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to MDW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 23 kms (14 miles) from central Montreal. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Montreal Metropolitan Airport the day before your Montreal to MDW flight:
About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDW instead:
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You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
From Chicago Midway International Airport, central Chicago is around 16 kms (10 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
At the moment, £105 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £132. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Montreal to MDW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. July is the quietest month to visit Chicago. March is when most people book flights from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Montreal to MDW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Chicago must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 257 kms (160 miles) southeast of Chicago, a visit to Indianapolis will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Milwaukee, roughly 137 kms (85 miles) north of Chicago. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are among its highlights.
