Flying from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): What you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Ottawa. Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to MDW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
58% of flights that leave from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider booking a hotel close to MDW if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport flight.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
Chicago Midway International Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport is R 3,395. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,588. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Ottawa to MDW. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. July is the quietest month to go to Chicago. March is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to MDW plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Chicago Midway International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
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There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are top attractions which should feature on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
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