Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Chicago.
Your MDW to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MDW and LHR include:
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is C$417. A round-trip ticket is currently C$888. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MDW to LHR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MDW to LHR.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
77.88% of flights leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
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.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MDW? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you're on a late Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MDW to LHR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.