Flying from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): What you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) departing from here.
Chicago is one hour behind Montreal. Chicago Midway International Airport is located in Chicago, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Montreal to MDW. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.89% of flights complete their journey on time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Montreal to MDW flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Book a hotel close to MDW if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport. Settle into one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and venture far and wide through Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
Central Chicago is around 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Currently, C$178 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$276. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Montreal to MDW, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
May is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Montreal to MDW flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Montreal to Chicago Midway International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Chicago when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Millennium Park followed by Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Indianapolis will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
Milwaukee is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres north of Chicago. No trip is complete without experiencing Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.