Flying from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Long Beach Airport (LGB): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MDW to LGB flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Long Beach (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport offered by this airline.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 79.03% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MDW to LGB flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MDW and LGB include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport flight is R 2,775. A return ticket is currently R 5,577. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from MDW to LGB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MDW to LGB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago Midway International Airport, data shows 77.88% of flights complete their journey on time.
Chicago Midway International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MDW? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LGB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Long Beach Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Long Beach and beyond.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the lowest price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Long Beach Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
LGB is located at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
From Long Beach Airport, Long Beach is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Long Beach in April.
The warmest month in Long Beach is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Long Beach Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MDW to LGB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Long Beach, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 32 kilometres north to Los Angeles to check off its top sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Diego is another essential stop in United States and is around 153 kilometres south-east of Long Beach. No journey is complete without experiencing San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
