Chicago Midway International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 17m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Chicago Midway International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport is a major commercial airport on the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois, located approximately 12 miles (19 km) from the city's Loop business district, and divided between the city's Clearing and Garfield Ridge communities. Established in 1927, Midway served as Chicago's primary airport until the opening of O'Hare International Airport in 1944. Midway is the second-busiest airport in both the Chicago metropolitan area and the state of Illinois, serving 22,050,489 passengers in 2023.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMDWNOTAMs
KMDWReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (5)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13L / 31R▸ displaced | 6,522 ft / 1,988 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 04R / 22L▸ displaced | 6,445 ft / 1,964 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 04L / 22R▸ displaced | 5,507 ft / 1,679 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13LC / 31RC▸ displaced | 5,141 ft / 1,567 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 13R / 31L | 3,859 ft / 1,176 m | 60 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.400 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 132.750 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 132.750 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.850 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Current average arrival and departure delays are less than 15 minutes.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 13 of 23 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 3600 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1900 ft MSL | 3600 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SSW (from about 202.5°), on 11% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53% | -1,337 ft | |
| Feb | 69% | -1,225 ft | |
| Mar | 74% | -574 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 39 ft | |
| May | 84% | 836 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 1,657 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 1,851 ft | |
| Aug | 91% | 1,752 ft | |
| Sep | 86% | 1,328 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 448 ft | |
| Nov | 73% | -537 ft | |
| Dec | 58% | -925 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,337–1,851 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Tower | 1,450 ft | 633 ft | — |
| 875 N Michigan | 1,125 ft | 574 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 1,115 ft | 614 ft | — |
| Franklin Center North Tower | 1,007 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Two Prudential Plaza | 994 ft | 748 ft | — |
| 311 South Wacker Drive | 961 ft | 620 ft | — |
| One Prudential Plaza | 912 ft | 735 ft | — |
| NEMA Chicago | 896 ft | 574 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chicago Midway International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chicago Midway International Airport?
The ICAO code for Chicago Midway International Airport is KMDW, and its IATA code is MDW.
Where is Chicago Midway International Airport located?
Chicago Midway International Airport is large airport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 620 ft (189 m).
How many runways does Chicago Midway International Airport have?
Chicago Midway International Airport has 5 runways, the longest being 6,522 ft / 1,988 m.
Which airlines fly to Chicago Midway International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Chicago Midway International Airport include Air France, AirTran Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Porter Airlines, among 9 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Chicago Midway International Airport?
Historical data lists 74 nonstop destinations from Chicago Midway International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Chicago Midway International Airport in?
Chicago Midway International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chicago Midway International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chicago Midway International Airport is approximately 4.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chicago Midway International Airport?
The nearest airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is Brookeridge Air Park (LL22), about 11.5 nm to the wsw, followed by Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chicago Midway International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.