Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW).
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW / MDW) is a commercial airport with general aviation handling serving Chicago, United States, at 620 ft elevation with a longest runway of 1,988 m (6,522 ft). The city centre is 15 km away in a straight line. 1 alternative airport lies within 100 km.
| ICAO / IATA | KMDW / MDW |
|---|---|
| Location | Chicago, United States (41.7860, -87.7524) |
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Longest runway | 13L/31R: 1,988 m / 6,522 ft, CON |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| Scheduled airline service | Yes |
| City served | Chicago, 15 km |
| Official website | www.flychicago.com/midway/home/pages/default.aspx |
Which airports are near Chicago Midway International Airport?
1 airport on this site lies within 100 km, the nearest being Chicago Executive Airport at 39 km.
| Airport | Codes | Distance | Longest runway | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Executive Airport | KPWK / PWK | 39 km | 1,524 m | Business aviation |
Which routes are flown from Chicago Midway International Airport?
The routes from Chicago with the largest private jet markets at the far end are New York, Miami, Los Angeles.
- Chicago to New York: 618 nm, about 1h 53m, empty leg estimated at $1,700–$7,700
- Chicago to Miami: 1,035 nm, about 2h 58m, empty leg estimated at $2,600–$12,300
- Chicago to Los Angeles: 1,514 nm, about 4h 14m, empty leg estimated at $3,700–$17,500
- Chicago to Toronto: 379 nm, about 1h 15m, empty leg estimated at $1,100–$5,200
- Chicago to Washington, D.C.: 516 nm, about 1h 36m, empty leg estimated at $1,400–$6,600
- Chicago to Montreal: 646 nm, about 1h 57m, empty leg estimated at $1,700–$8,000
- Chicago to Dallas: 700 nm, about 2h 05m, empty leg estimated at $1,800–$8,600
- Chicago to Boston: 737 nm, about 2h 11m, empty leg estimated at $1,900–$9,000
Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.
Questions about Chicago Midway International Airport
Can private jets use Chicago Midway International Airport?
Yes. Chicago Midway International Airport has general aviation handling alongside its airline traffic, and its 1,988 m runway takes every aircraft category on this site.
How far is Chicago Midway International Airport from Chicago?
15 km in a straight line from the centre of Chicago, using OurAirports and Wikidata coordinates. Road time depends on traffic.
What is the nearest alternative to Chicago Midway International Airport?
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK / PWK), 39 km away. Operators use alternates when weather, slots or opening hours rule out the first choice.
What documents do I need?
A passport for international flights and government photo ID for domestic flights. Visa rules are the same as for airline travel.
Sources
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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