Which airport should I fly into for Near North Side?

For long-haul and international flights, Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is the main gateway near Near North Side. The closest airport, Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Near North Side?

The nearest is about 10 mi (16 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Near North Side?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Near North Side

The closest airports to Near North Side, Illinois: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Near North Side, Illinois is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
MDW	Chicago Midway International AirportChicago, United States	10 mi / 16 km	34 min	International
ORD	Chicago O'Hare International AirportChicago, United States	15 mi / 24 km	29 min	International
PWK	Chicago Executive AirportChicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States	20 mi / 32 km	38 min	Regional
GYY	Gary Chicago International AirportGary, United States	23 mi / 37 km	44 min	International
LOT	Lewis University AirportChicago/Romeoville, United States	31 mi / 50 km	56 min	Regional
DPA	Dupage AirportChicago/West Chicago, United States	32 mi / 51 km	57 min	Regional
UGN	Waukegan Regional AirportChicago/Waukegan, United States	38 mi / 61 km	1 hr 8 min	Regional
JOT	Joliet Regional AirportJoliet, United States	39 mi / 62 km	1 hr 9 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is the most convenient at about 10 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Near North Side. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MDW.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MDW saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Near North Side is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road.