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Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Updated: March 13, 2024 01:00 AM

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Language

The official language of both Cincinnati and Chicago is English.

Currency

The official currency of both Cincinnati and Chicago is the US dollar ($).

Distance

The distance between Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is approximately 275 miles (443 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG):

  • By plane: The flight from CVG to MDW takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. There are several airlines that offer direct flights between the two airports, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines.
  • By car: The drive from CVG to MDW takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. The route is via I-71 N and I-94 W.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between CVG and MDW. However, you can take a train from CVG to Chicago Union Station and then transfer to a train to MDW.

Expenses

The cost of travel from CVG to MDW will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. Here are some approximate costs:

  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from CVG to MDW typically ranges from $100 to $300.
  • By car: The cost of gas and tolls for a car trip from CVG to MDW will vary depending on the price of gas and the route taken. However, you can expect to pay around $50 to $100 for gas and tolls.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from CVG to MDW will vary depending on the time of year and the type of train. However, you can expect to pay around $50 to $150 for a train ticket.

Best time to go

The best time to travel from CVG to MDW is during the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October). During these months, the weather is generally mild and the crowds are smaller. However, you can travel to MDW year-round.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in both Cincinnati and Chicago. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • Cincinnati: Graeter's Ice Cream, Skyline Chili, Montgomery Inn
  • Chicago: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Portillo's, Al's Beef

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in both Cincinnati and Chicago. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • Cincinnati: The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the Cincinnati Museum Center
  • Chicago: The Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum, the Shedd Aquarium

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about travel from CVG to MDW:

  • What is the best way to get from CVG to MDW? The best way to get from CVG to MDW is by plane. The flight is relatively short and there are several direct flights available.
  • How long does it take to get from CVG to MDW? The flight from CVG to MDW takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • How much does it cost to get from CVG to MDW? The cost of travel from CVG to MDW will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to pay around $100 to $300 for a plane ticket, $50 to $100 for gas and tolls for a car trip, or $50 to $150 for a train ticket.
  • What is the best time to travel from CVG to MDW? The best time to travel from CVG to MDW is during the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October). During these months, the weather is generally mild and the crowds are smaller.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

Trips from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)

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