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Chicago Midway Intl (KMDW/MDW) — Chicago, United States

Chicago Midway Intl (KMDW/MDW) serves Chicago, United States. This is a major international airport with 5 runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L). Field elevation is 620 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 9/10
Observed Activity · Sep 11
333 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 58 on the ground · busiest hour 13:00Z
2026-08-292026-09-11
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KMDW
  • Name: Chicago Midway Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 41.785999
  • Longitude: -87.752403
  • Elevation: 620 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Chicago
  • IATA Code: MDW
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Distance from City: 14.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04L/22R

  • Designation: 04L/22R
  • Dimensions: 5507 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 04R/22L

  • Designation: 04R/22L
  • Dimensions: 6446 X 150
  • Surface: PEM
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 13C/31C

  • Designation: 13C/31C
  • Dimensions: 6522 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 13L/31R

  • Designation: 13L/31R
  • Dimensions: 5141 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 13R/31L

  • Designation: 13R/31L
  • Dimensions: 3859 X 60
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.700 MHz
  • Ground: 121.650 MHz
  • Operations: 121.500, 122.950 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 132.750 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 773-686-8060
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.flychicago.com/midway/home/pages/default.aspx
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Customs available per FAA NASR data

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $4.07 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.5 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Signature Flight Support and Landmark Aviation. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Atlantic Aviation and Landmark Aviation. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1+
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

KORD

  • ICAO: KORD
  • Name: -O'Hare Intl
  • Distance (NM): 13.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal 5 handles international arrivals. CBP Global Entry kiosks available. FIS for GA at Atlantic Aviation.

KSBN

  • ICAO: KSBN
  • Name: South Bend Intl
  • Distance (NM): 64.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

KRFD

  • ICAO: KRFD
  • Name: Chicago/Rockford Intl
  • Distance (NM): 64.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KMKE

  • ICAO: KMKE
  • Name: Gen Mitchell Intl
  • Distance (NM): 70.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

A8505/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 04L/22R CLSD
2026-09-12 04:09:00 2026-09-12 11:00:00
A8500/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 13R/31L CLSD EXC TAX
2026-09-12 03:00:00 2026-09-12 11:00:00
A8499/26 warning
Runway closed
RWY 04L/22R CLSD EXC TAX
2026-09-12 03:00:00 2026-09-12 11:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KMDW?
The tower frequency at Chicago Midway Intl is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at KMDW?
Chicago Midway Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL, Jet A-1+.
Does KMDW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Chicago Midway Intl (United States).
Where is KMDW located?
Chicago Midway Intl (KMDW) is located in Chicago, United States.
What is the IATA code for KMDW?
The IATA code for Chicago Midway Intl is MDW.
How long is the runway at KMDW?
The main runway at Chicago Midway Intl (04L/22R) measures 5507 X 150.
Does KMDW have an ILS approach?
Yes, Chicago Midway Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 04L/22R, 04R/22L, 13C/31C, 13L/31R.
Is KMDW a port of entry?
Yes, Chicago Midway Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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