Flying from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI): what you need to know
West Palm Beach's timezone is UTC-5, making West Palm Beach one hour ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you get on your MDW to PBI flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to West Palm Beach International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MDW and PBI:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Tampa International Airport
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Of all flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Chicago Midway Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to West Palm Beach International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MDW:
Arriving at West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Consider staying in a hotel near PBI if you're catching a late Chicago Midway Airport to West Palm Beach International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a West Palm Beach International Airport rental car and discover West Palm Beach and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Thrifty and Fox - Rent A Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from West Palm Beach International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to central West Palm Beach
PBI is located at Building 846, Palm Beach International.
From West Palm Beach International Airport, West Palm Beach is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
April is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to West Palm Beach International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit West Palm Beach in September.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to West Palm Beach International Airport for August if you'd like to explore West Palm Beach during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to PBI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
West Palm Beach has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 434 kilometres north of West Palm Beach, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 105 kilometres south of West Palm Beach, Miami is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
