Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG): what you need to know
The timezone in Kahului is UTC-10, which is four hours behind Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MDW to OGG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Maui Kahului Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MDW and OGG:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.
Of all flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Maui Kahului Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MDW:
Arriving at Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
If you're getting in on a late Chicago Midway Airport to Maui Kahului Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near OGG:
Pick up a Maui Kahului Airport rental car and discover Kahului and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Ace Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Maui Kahului Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to central Kahului
Maui Kahului Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Kahului. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Maui Kahului Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Kahului in March.
Book your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Maui Kahului Airport for September if you want to visit Kahului during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDW to OGG sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Kahului, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 153 kilometres west to Honolulu to check off its top sights. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour, there's plenty to keep you on the go.