Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind New York and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your EWR to MDW flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between EWR and MDW:
Pittsburgh International Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Right now, C$108 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$216. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EWR to MDW if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near EWR:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider booking a hotel near MDW if you have a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Chicago Midway International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway International Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EWR to MDW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.