Flying from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Seattle: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours.
Seattle is two hours behind Chicago, where Chicago Midway International Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
With eight flights a week between the two airports, Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Catch Southwest Airlines's 07:45 flight to get your trip from MDW to SEA underway.
To avoid rushing for your MDW to Seattle flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle ticket. Start your journey at MDW and land at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Book your favourite seat with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, MDW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near MDW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Chicago Midway International Airport's on-time performance, 77.88% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Seattle
$113 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $227. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MDW to Seattle.
August is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience more of Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your flight from MDW to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is about 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). After your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
The trip will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LKE. Settle in and get cosy after your MDW to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Visit Seattle during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDW to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Seattle, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are the start of reasons to visit.
