{"id":1849,"date":"2025-08-12T09:26:54","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T09:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/?p=1849"},"modified":"2026-02-05T06:52:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T06:52:25","slug":"how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/","title":{"rendered":"How Early to Get to MDW Airport"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Midway International Airport<em>, or MDW,<\/em> is one of the busiest airports in both the Chicago metropolitan area and the United States. If you\u2019re catching a flight from MDW, there are several things you should know, starting with\u00a0how early to get to the MDW airport<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/mdw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1850 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/MDW-GAP-Banner.jpg\" alt=\"MDW GAP Banner\" width=\"970\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What you&#039;ll read about<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#How_Early_Should_I_Get_to_MDW\" >How Early Should I Get to MDW?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#Why_Is_It_Crucial_to_Get_to_MDW_Early\" >Why Is It Crucial to Get to MDW Early?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#How_Busy_Is_MDW\" >How Busy Is MDW?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#How_Early_to_Get_to_MDW_for_a_Domestic_Flight\" >How Early to Get to MDW for a Domestic Flight\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#How_Early_to_Get_to_MDW_for_an_International_Flight\" >How Early to Get to MDW for an International Flight\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#TSA_Wait_Time_at_MDW\" >TSA Wait Time at MDW\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/how-early-to-get-to-mdw-airport\/#Tips_for_Travelers\" >Tips for Travelers\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Early_Should_I_Get_to_MDW\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Early Should I Get to MDW?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Based on expert opinions and the MDW website, it\u2019s best to arrive a minimum of two hours before domestic flights and a minimum of three hours before international flights. MDW is the second-busiest airport in the Chicago metropolitan area, and you can reasonably expect some rush. So, make sure you plan your journey to the airport, and check all the boxes to get there as early as the recommended time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Also, if you\u2019re flying out during peak days or the holiday season, you need to be a bit more cautious and arrive at MDW much earlier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_It_Crucial_to_Get_to_MDW_Early\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Is It Crucial to Get to MDW Early?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are the reasons why you should arrive at MDW earlier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Traffic delays<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The morning period of 6-8 am and evening 4-6 pm are generally the busiest hours, where you could experience traffic delays while travelling to MDW. Don\u2019t forget the potential delays due to traffic that might happen during peak hours and holidays. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Passenger traffic at MDW\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Midway International Airport has an annual passenger rush of 21,513,521 as of 2024.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Parking at MDW\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As mentioned earlier, MDW airport oversees a huge passenger rush, and the onsite parking might not be available. To skip the worries regarding parking your car safely before your flight, book a good offsite parking slot.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/mdw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pre-book offsite parking spots near MDW Airport<\/a> for a cheaper price. Choosing an offsite parking spot will help you save 60% on parking.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Navigating the terminals\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The MDW has a single terminal that\u2019s divided into three concourses: A, B, and C. These concourses are interconnected, making it easy for the passengers to navigate through them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">TSA security times<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The TSA checkpoints at MDW operate every day from 3:30 am to 11:00 pm. Meanwhile, the TSA Pre checkpoints are available from 4:30 am to 8:00 pm every day.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">International travel\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re flying internationally from MDW, remember that you have to undergo longer security checks, check-in processes, and immigration processes. Undoubtedly, these procedures might take a little bit of time, so make sure you have time on your side. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Also read<\/strong>: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/mdw-airport-guide\/\">The Ultimate Guide to Midway Airport (MDW)<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Busy_Is_MDW\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Busy Is MDW?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As we mentioned before, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalairportparking.com\/blog\/mdw-airport-lounges\/\">MDW airport<\/a> has an annual passenger rush of about 21.5 million.\u00a0Despite the high passenger volume, the MDW is generally considered less stressful to navigate through. Furthermore, it usually oversees a heavy flow of domestic flights.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Typical peak hours<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early Morning:\u00a05 am\u20138 am<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Late Afternoon\/Evening:\u00a04 pm\u20137 pm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Early_to_Get_to_MDW_for_a_Domestic_Flight\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Early to Get to MDW for a Domestic Flight<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Based on expert opinions, it\u2019s recommended that you arrive at least 2 hours prior to the scheduled departure if you&#8217;re flying domestically from MDW. However, if you\u2019re flying out for the first time from the Midway International Airport, try arriving 30 minutes earlier than the above-mentioned time. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Early_to_Get_to_MDW_for_an_International_Flight\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Early to Get to MDW for an International Flight<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re flying internationally from MDW, make sure you reach the airport at least 3 hours before your flight time. Arriving early allows you to go through all the security processes seamlessly. Also, during peak hours or holiday seasons, add an extra 30 minutes to the suggested time.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TSA_Wait_Time_at_MDW\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">TSA Wait Time at MDW\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Midway International Airport, the TSA wait time is typically 16 minutes. Meanwhile, the wait times can drop considerably, maybe as short as 3-8 minutes in late evenings or certain midday periods.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Travelers\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tips for Travelers\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check the flight status:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Remember to check your flight status through the airline\u2019s website or MDW\u2019s website.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reserve parking in advance<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Book a safe and affordable parking spot through\u00a0Global Airport Parking.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Be ready for the security check<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Read all the regulations and avoid bringing prohibited items that could delay the proceedings.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check the wait times<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Know about the wait times at MDW security checkpoints using apps like MyTSA.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Midway International Airport, or MDW, is one of the busiest airports in both the Chicago metropolitan area and the United States. 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