Flying from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Chicago.
To ensure you get on your MDW to YYC flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MDW and YYC:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Right now, R 2,073 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,563. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MDW to YYC, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MDW to YYC.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Of all flights departing from Chicago Midway International Airport, 77.88% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MDW? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Consider staying in a hotel near YYC if you have a late Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Calgary International Airport rental car and explore Calgary and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Calgary International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Calgary. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you want to go to Calgary during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDW to YYC in December. Temperatures average between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, head for Kelowna, about 402 kilometres west of Calgary. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are key reasons to visit.