Flying from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Montego Bay and Chicago are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MBJ to MDW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MBJ to MDW flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MBJ and MDW:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
$270 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $387. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MBJ to MDW.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
74.59% of flights that take off from Sangster International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Sangster International Airport from central Montego Bay, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MBJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
If you're getting in on a late Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MDW:
Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chicago Midway International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
From Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Sangster International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MBJ to MDW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.