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Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

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"I always get something from gold coast dogs before my flight :)"(75 Tips)
"Potbelly deli is fast ( even with a line) and has awesome coffee!"(79 Tips)
"Best salad on the B concourse from the create your own salad shoppe."(49 Tips)
"The moving walkways make you feel awesome!!"(31 Tips)

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Meg BarrettNovember 30, 2010
Been here 5+ times
if there's a line to check bags; sky cap is really fast and so what if you have to hang outside for a few, it saves time!! southwest for the win
Margot BloomsteinMarch 22, 2012
Hit Pegasus on the Fly in the main food court area for terrific breakfast and great Greek hand food anytime.
Scott KleinbergMay 25, 2012
Been here 25+ times
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Amanda ***December 29, 2014
Been here 5+ times
If your flight leaves from gate A4A... don't be late because it is a journey to get to from TSA.
Sir CharlesApril 16, 2012
Southwest wont let you check bags in more than 4 hours ahead of flight...so I had to wait 3 whole minutes! This airport has it figured out, very few lines anywhere!
Shannon VogelAugust 31, 2012
Been here 10+ times
There's food and beverage in baggage claim so you can grab a drink while you wait on your bags!
Jake SmithNovember 16, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The security checkpoint closes from 12AM-3AM. If you're here early enough, the airport staff will give you a cot to sleep on in Terminal C.
Julie KierasJuly 18, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Great selection of food from ben & jerks to salad restaurant Chicago corned beef , hot dogs Greek food
Colin LordSeptember 20, 2018
Been here 5+ times
If you're traveling to downtown, best way there is on the train.
Kevin FooteSeptember 21, 2013
Looking for breakfast? Go through security first. The pizza place has great breakfast sandwiches.
drew tarvinMay 25, 2015
Admittedly it's not the best airport, but it does get you to Kanye's city.
Connie Van HoesenJuly 24, 2014
MUCH easier to navigate than O'Hare. Definitely worth flying Southwest
Beach PaceJuly 24, 2014
For vegans/veggies there is a salad place in Concourse B ( I think) called Salad Sprigs. You can get a VERY hearty salad there. I do not recommend the "asian dressing" its way too sweet.
Vanessa SosaAugust 17, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Love coming through here vs ORD when returning from international travel!💜💗
Carrie SchaeferMay 24, 2013
Outside curb check in is the way to go! Short lines and less wait time!
Paul MarobellaJuly 14, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Far right line is if you have 1 personal carry on - much shorter and moves fast. Check your bag and bypass the masses.
Paul SauerMay 11, 2018
They were very busy and the facility staff was visible; cleaning waiting area seats as they could. There were plenty of garbage cans; some people were not using them.
Deepti DabasMay 21, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Midway security is equivalent to that of a 3rd world country. The lines are insane, and there's no organization!
Amanda HardestyMay 31, 2013
Super short runaway - be prepared for quick landings and steep take-offs!
Neha ShahJuly 9, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Hubbard Inn has great food and drinks! $$$ though!
Sharae Ruffin-SledgeApril 9, 2013
This airport doesn't have Garrett's Popcorn (O'Hare does) but they have a place called Nuts on Clark that's pretty good although Garrett's is better. This one will suffice.
ElizabethDecember 10, 2013
The special us not a special. They sell the water for $4 for 2 at the store anyway.
Brenton HenryDecember 28, 2011
Don't forget, it's Chicago Midway ~ grab a beer in a to go cup and walk around or wait at your gate!
Jared SteffesApril 9, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Midway Park Saver is really close to the airport an very reasonably priced for parking. Print a coupon out online.
Michael BrownNovember 16, 2013
Order a pizza puff at gold coast dogs. Your taste buds will thank you
Sadie CorneliusJuly 13, 2012
In all the times I've been here recently never knew you could take Togo drinks to your gate. #tip #tipsy trip
Phil ShannonDecember 26, 2014
Great coffee is available at Pot Belly.
C H R I SSeptember 18, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Nuts on Clark is just down the hall from the Terminal A main food court. Try the cheese corn!!
DeShaun HarrisNovember 6, 2011
This airport hosts an interdenominational Christian worship service on Sundays at 10 am. Check it out if you love Jesus!
Stephen ColellaSeptember 12, 2020
Been here 100+ times
Was at midway for first time since COVID shut down everything. Gold Coast Dogs all other restaurants in that general food court closed. Airport empty. Sad knowing so many out of work.
Danielle VykolMarch 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
I really like Harry's as a place to eat. But, if you are running late for your flight, don't expect TSA to help you catch it.
Dilara SultanOctober 27, 2011
back and forth from the airport... get a limo it really is the best... cleaner and safer option than a taxi!
Mike CreuzerOctober 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
There is no Diet Mt Dew on concourse A. Ben and Jerrys at the TSA checkpoint is the closest. They got it confused with their ice cream when they priced it.
Ben SkeltonJuly 24, 2018
Been here 100+ times
The planes take you places! Try one
Amy CummingsMarch 31, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Better than O’Hare, but the security line was a bit of a nightmare.
Rob CNovember 12, 2012
Been here 5+ times
There's a bank of something called "pay phones" between gates B10 and B12. Not sure what they're used for. Looks like something out of the future!
Greg MooreOctober 30, 2011
Watch out for the roving wheel chair gangs, and god help you if you get in the middle of the war with the cart people
Mike MasloJune 14, 2020
It was not that busy and people were friendly and helpful
Matthew "pica" SternbergJuly 20, 2018
Been here 100+ times
Find the little Irish bar in the back of the food court
Vegan Break .comOctober 8, 2011
So much styrofoam used at the food court...for two seconds and then thrown in the trash. Step it up for the environment, please!
Jill ChaissonSeptember 3, 2012
Travel with your cousin who works for an airline and you don't have to wait in security line! Thanks Kathleen.
Kimmie OhhMay 6, 2020
Been here 5+ times
The airport is connected to the Orange Line.
Kimberly WaterlooApril 19, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Park in the economy garage- efficient with the shuttle and nice to be in sheltered parking.
Clifton CraigNovember 2, 2013
Fly Southwest! The chairs at their terminals are equipped with electric outlets and they it mad jokes!
Stedman NgAugust 17, 2014
Great alternative to Ohare. Lots of food options.
Rebecca DunlapDecember 22, 2013
Water bottle refill stations with filtered cold water are awesome!
dadunnMay 30, 2013
Cold beer on tap and great burgers and fries at the Illinois Bar & Grill!
Matty UngerDecember 16, 2013
Get hammied under the Heineken plane. Board the plane. Sleep like a rock.
Mike ConradtOctober 10, 2013
Just got back from work trip. Going to play hookie from work today. Anyone have flex work hours and wanna play hookie too??;)
Erik BosiJanuary 9, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Refill your empty water bottles after security! A+

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