Traveling from Chicago to Midland International Airport (MAF): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Chicago to Midland International Airport (MAF). Explore the options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Midland (where Midland International Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to MAF, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is about 40 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
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74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the center of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Midland International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Midland International Airport (MAF)
Hop off your flight from Chicago to Midland International Airport and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfortable option a short drive from MAF, make your way to Grand Texan Hotel and Convention Center.
Getting from Midland International Airport (MAF) to central Midland
Midland International Airport to the center of Midland is roughly 13 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Midland International Airport (MAF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Midland International Airport is $202. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $379. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to MAF. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Midland International Airport (MAF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Midland International Airport (MAF). Visit Midland in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Chicago to MAF plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Midland to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Midland International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Midland
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Midland right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Midland International Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Museum of the Southwest, The Petroleum Museum and Centennial Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Midland.
Explore more of the United States
Midland has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometers north of Midland, a trip to Lubbock will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Wild West, The Buddy Holly Center and McPherson Cellars Winery.
Around 241 kilometers east of Midland, Abilene is another favorite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Grace Museum, Abilene Zoo and Texas Forts Trail.
