Flying from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Chicago and Liberia are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
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 on time to board your MDW to LIR flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MDW and LIR include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
Currently, $235 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $494. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MDW to LIR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MDW to LIR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago Midway Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway Airport is approximately 16 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MDW:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIR if you're on a late Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Liberia Airport rental car and explore Liberia and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and NU Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Liberia Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport to central Liberia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
April is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Liberia in September.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Liberia Airport for April if you want to go to Liberia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MDW to LIR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Liberia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometers south-east of Liberia, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Costa Rica, head for Limon, about 274 kilometers east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños are among its highlights.