Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Toronto: what you need to know
Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
With 21 flights a week between the two airports, Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is the busiest route. Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from MDW to YTZ is with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 17:49.
Leave enough time to make your flight from MDW to Toronto. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
You can catch a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto that lands at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
Check out the deals with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd. This airline operates direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MDW to Toronto. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
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You can travel to Canada for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before reserving your flight tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Chicago, MDW can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MDW:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto is C$120. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$292. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MDW to Toronto by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 49 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto. Book one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. After your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 39 minutes.
After your flight from MDW to Toronto, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto. To escape the crowds, travel to Toronto in February when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Look for cheap flights from MDW to Toronto sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Toronto, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are highlights which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
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