Flying from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA): What you need to know
Chicago's main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Check out your options for departing from this terminal when booking flights from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA).
Take off on a direct Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Chicago and Marion (where Williamson County Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA), with 12 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from ORD to MWA is the 10:10am Contour Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 5:20pm with Contour Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to MWA.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When departing from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport with Contour Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between ORD and MWA is Contour Aviation.
ORD is around 27 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to MWA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometers or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that take off from RFD arrive at their destination on schedule 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MWA if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
You'll find MWA at Suite 100, Terminal Drive.
Getting from Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) to central Marion
Williamson County Regional Airport is around 6 kilometers from the center of Marion. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)
$297 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport. A return flight starts from $431. These fares may change based on demand.
Book three months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to MWA.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)
June is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Marion based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Chicago to MWA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Marion to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Williamson County Regional Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
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