Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Chicago is one hour behind Orlando and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Choose from 41 weekly Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:35.
To ensure you get on your MCO to MDW flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Frontier Airlines is your ticket to exploring Chicago (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to travel with Frontier Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 86.79% of services arriving as scheduled, Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MCO to MDW flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MCO and MDW:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight is ₹ 6,262. A return ticket right now is ₹ 11,305. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to MDW.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 78.28% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCO:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider staying in a hotel near MDW if you're catching a late Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and chase adventure across Chicago and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chicago Midway International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Chicago in May.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to MDW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key highlights.
