Car Rental at Chicago Midway Airport MDW

Cheapest car rental rates
Chevrolet Spark
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Accent
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia K5
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Trax
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Malibu
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Camry
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Soul
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Rio
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Soul
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Rio
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Camry
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Jetta
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Camry
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Jetta
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Honda CR-V
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Venue
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Buick Encore
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota RAV4
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota RAV4
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Mazda CX-5
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Kona
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Malibu
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Jetta
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford Edge
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Kona
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Rogue
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Malibu
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Jetta
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Kona
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Tacoma
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Rogue
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Malibu
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Jetta
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford Edge
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford Edge
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Versa
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Mitsubishi Mirage
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Equinox
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Rogue
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Equinox
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Versa
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Mitsubishi Mirage
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Corolla
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Tacoma
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Equinox
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Elantra
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford F-150
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Why book with us?




- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Popular one-way rentals
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Chicago Airport Midway
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Chicago Midway Airport MDW and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Car rental statistics
- Top 7 suppliers at Chicago Midway Airport MDW in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is Chicago’s, and the state of Illinois’s, second-busiest airport. Located about 10 miles from downtown Chicago, the airport primarily has service to domestic destinations along with some destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean. The airport is much smaller and slightly closer to downtown than Chicago’s other major airport, O’Hare.
Southwest Airlines comprises the overwhelming majority of commercial airline traffic at the airport with connections to destinations across the country.
Rental cars from all major companies are available at the Rental Car Center just north of the airport.
The airport doesn't only serve the city, but also many places worth visiting around Chicago.
Top international routes
- Atlanta
- Phoenix
- Orlando
- Denver
- Dallas
- New York City
- Las Vegas
- Minneapolis
- Washington, D.C.
- Kansas City, Missouri
Main airlines
Southwest Airlines has by far the most traffic at Chicago Midway with the airport being its largest focus city. In fact, about 95% of passengers using Midway fly with Southwest. Delta uses the airport for connections to Atlanta, Detroit, and Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Internationally, besides Southwest Airlines serving Cancun and destinations in the Caribbean, Porter Airlines serves Toronto and Volaris, a Mexican low-cost airline, serves a few Mexican cities.
Terminals
There is one terminal at Midway that is divided into three concourses: A, B, and C.
The top rental companies for domestic customers are Alamo, Dollar, and Thrifty. International renters can rent from National. Shuttles to the rental car center leave from Door 2 of the Lower Level about every 15 minutes all hours of the day and every day of the week.
Location
Midway is roughly 10 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. The most direct route between the two is I-55. The time it takes to make the drive depending on traffic. At non-peak times, it can take only 20 minutes. During rush hour, it can take an hour or more. Plan your return to the airport accordingly.
Most popular types of rental car
- Small cars - from $50 per day
- Medium cars - from $50 per day
- Large cars - from $48 per day
- SUVs - from $60 per day
- Premium cars - from $101 per day
- Vans - from $150 per day
Car rental desks
The airport has a rental car facility located at 5150 W. 55th Street which is just north of the airport. Shuttles to the rental car center leave from door 2 of the Lower Level about every 15 minutes all hours of the day and every day of the week.
Services and facilities
Midway Airport has most of the services and facilities one would expect from a large domestic airport. The most notable benefit of the airport is that it is significantly smaller than O’Hare and can take less time to get through. Just after the security checkpoint, there is the Central Market which has cafes, restaurants, and shops, some of which are open 24 hours. There are more cafes and restaurants in both concourses. There are no lounges at the airport, though. As usual, there are hotels just outside of the airport with free shuttle services in case you have an early morning flight and would like to return your car the previous evening.
Nearest gas station
There are multiple gas stations along S Cicero Avenue between I-55 and the airport. They are, however, overpriced. Unless you are just topping up before returning your rental car, it is best to fill up elsewhere. One alternative is a Mobil station just a half-mile past the rental center on W 55th St. Another option is to exit onto South Central Ave. where multiple stations with competitive prices can be found. From there it is easy to get to the Rental Car Center. If coming from the south, you can stop at any station before you reach the airport.
Popular one-way rentals
- Milwaukee (105 miles / 169 km)
- Evanston, Illinois (25 miles / 40 km)
- Indianapolis (188 miles / 303 km)
- Cleveland (350 miles / 563 km)
- St. Louis (289 miles / 465 km)
- Des Moines (333 miles / 536 km)
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Airport info
Top 20 locations near Chicago Airport Midway
- Oak Lawn Downtownfrom $58.00 per day8.4 km / 5.22 miles away
- Oak Park Downtownfrom $58.00 per day11.3 km / 7.02 miles away
- Chicago Near South Sidefrom $58.00 per day13.2 km / 8.2 miles away
- Chicago Washington/Wells Subway14.6 km / 9.07 miles away
- Chicago (Downtown)from $54.09 per day14.9 km / 9.26 miles away
- Chicago North Downtownfrom $58.00 per day15 km / 9.32 miles away
- Chicago New Eastsidefrom $66.40 per day15.7 km / 9.76 miles away
- Chicago Logan Squarefrom $58.00 per day15.9 km / 9.88 miles away
- Chicago Lincoln Parkfrom $66.40 per day17.4 km / 10.81 miles away
- Chicago Lake Viewfrom $58.00 per day18.8 km / 11.68 miles away
- Franklin Park Downtownfrom $173.70 per day19.1 km / 11.87 miles away
- Orland Park Downtownfrom $58.00 per day19.3 km / 11.99 miles away
- Downers Grove Downtownfrom $58.00 per day23 km / 14.29 miles away
- Lombard Downtownfrom $58.00 per day23.6 km / 14.66 miles away
- Chicago O'Hare Airportfrom $45.85 per day25.2 km / 15.66 miles away
- Addison Downtownfrom $58.00 per day25.4 km / 15.78 miles away
- Lisle Downtownfrom $57.75 per day26.8 km / 16.65 miles away
- Chicago O'Hare Airport Areafrom $58.00 per day27.8 km / 17.27 miles away
- Evanston Downtownfrom $58.00 per day28.8 km / 17.9 miles away
- Niles Northwestfrom $58.00 per day30.2 km / 18.77 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
When to book at Chicago Midway Airport MDW and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Chicago Midway Airport MDW?
The cost of renting a car at Chicago Midway Airport MDW varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthFebruary | Most expensive month July | ||
| Average price $55 | A good deal $58 | Cheapest supplier Dollar | Cheapest car type Large cars |
$60
in January
$42
in February
$65
in March
$56
in April
$60
in May
$72
in June
$74
in July
$60
in August
$60
in September
$63
in October
$61
in November
$55
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Chicago Midway Airport MDW is February — when rental costs average $42.46 per day. This is 23% cheaper than the yearly average and 43% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $74.26 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Chicago Midway Airport MDW?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Chicago Midway Airport MDW, travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in October.
0.6 times in January
0.9 times in February
0.7 times in March
1.8 times in April
1.5 times in May
1.1 times in June
0.9 times in July
2.1 times in August
0.5 times in September
0.2 times in October
0.5 times in November
1.2 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Chicago Midway Airport MDW?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in August the average rental period is 10 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 3 days.
3 days in January
8 days in February
5 days in March
5 days in April
6 days in May
6 days in June
9 days in July
10 days in August
3 days in September
4 days in October
3 days in November
5 days in December
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Dollar, Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Hertz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, large cars, medium cars, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $48 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Dollar |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar | Honda CR-V | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Dollar | Mazda CX-5 | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Dollar | Kia K5 | 4 | 2 | Large car |
| Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Hertz | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Dollar | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Alamo | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Avis | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Dollar | Mazda 3 | 2 | 2 | Large car |
| Dollar | Chevrolet Spark | 4 | 2 | Small car |
Frequently Asked Questions
Car rental statistics
Top 7 suppliers at Chicago Midway Airport MDW in 2026




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