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Getting from Chicago city center to Chicago's airports
The fastest options are taxi and ride-hailing, while budget travelers often choose the CTA Blue Line train to O'Hare or the Metra Electric Line to Midway.
How to get from Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)?
Transport option | Typical time minutes | Typical cost | Frequency | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
45-55 min | $2.50; flat fare with Ventra card or contactless payment | every 6–10 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers from the Loop | |
30-60 min | $40 – $60; metered fare; varies by traffic and tip | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door with luggage | |
30-60 min | $35 – $65; surge pricing may apply; city surcharge included | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | flexible departure from any neighborhood | |
30-60 min | $65 – $120; fixed rate; varies by vehicle type and provider | pre-booked; on-demand (traffic dependent) | groups or early morning departures | |
45-75 min | $2.50 – $5; CTA bus fare; route 330 Airport Express available | every 30–60 min (traffic dependent) | low-cost option from the Loop |
How to get from Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)?
Transport option | Typical time minutes | Typical cost | Frequency | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
25-35 min | $2.50; flat fare with Ventra card or contactless payment | every 6–10 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers from the Loop | |
20-40 min | $25 – $40; metered fare; varies by traffic and tip | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door with luggage | |
20-40 min | $20 – $40; surge pricing may apply; city surcharge included | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | flexible departure from any neighborhood |
Notes:
- Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- CTA Blue Line (to O'Hare) and Orange Line (to Midway) operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making them reliable options for early morning or late night departures.
- Ventra cards can be purchased and loaded at CTA stations; single-ride tickets are also available at vending machines.
- Taxi fares are metered and do not include tip; a standard gratuity of 15 to 20 percent is customary.
- Ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft are subject to a City of Chicago ground transportation surcharge, which is included in the app fare estimate.
- Road traffic can significantly affect journey times for taxis, ride-hailing, and private transfers, particularly during peak hours.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: March 2025