Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City and Chicago (where Chicago Midway International Airport is located) are in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MDW to Mexico City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from MDW to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MDW is about 14 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near MDW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Chicago Midway International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City flight is R 2,330. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,381. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MDW to Mexico City, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MDW to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometres from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
The trip will take roughly 2 hours on public transport.
Verticca Hotel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Make yourself at home here after your MDW to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at NLU will help you save.
Best time to go to Mexico City
September is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Mexico City in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MDW to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Mexico City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Puebla is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. No trip is complete without visiting Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
