Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Portland.
Flights from PDX to MDW start at 05:00 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 14:35 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, you can choose from nine weekly Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PDX to MDW flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for PDX to MDW flights, with 90.23% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PDX and MDW include:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight is 143 €. A return ticket is currently 297 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from PDX to MDW, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83% of flights leaving Portland Airport land at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PDX.
To reach Portland Airport from central Portland, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to PDX:
Arriving at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDW instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chicago Midway Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and chase adventure across Chicago and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chicago Midway Airport around four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your flight from Portland Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to MDW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.