Request a pickup from Midway Airport
(Midway International Airport)
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Get picked up at MDW Airport
Whether you’re new to the Chicagoland area or a local, Uber helps make it easy to get from MDW to your final destination. Need a shuttle or transfer to your next leg? Uber has you covered. Avoid the taxi line and request a ride with a few simple steps.
Your ride options from MDW
The ride options on this page are a sample of Uber’s products, and some might not be available where you use the Uber app. If you check your city’s web page or look in the app, you’ll see what rides you can request.
Pickup at Midway International Airport (MDW)
Open your app to request a ride
When you’re ready, open the Uber app to request a ride to your destination. Choose the MDW airport transportation option that suits your group size and luggage needs.
Exit on the baggage claim level
Riders requesting at MDW should meet their driver downstairs on the arrivals level (near baggage claim). Exit through Door 4, cross the street, and meet your rideshare driver in the center lane.
Meet your driver
Go to your assigned MDW pickup location as specified by the app. Please note: this location may not always be at your nearest exit. Your driver’s name, license plate, and car color will show in the app. Verify your ride before you get in. If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
Get directions to pickup
Already requested your ride? Open the app for accurate step-by-step directions to meet your driver outside.
What to do at MDW Airport when you land
Jet-lagged? Hungry? See what amenities are available at the airport after you touch down.
Visit the official MDW Airport website to check hours of operation and any service changes.
- Food & Restaurants
- M Burger (American)
- Dunkin’ (Coffee/Tea)
- Garrett Popcorn Shops (Desserts/Snacks)
- Big Bowl (Asian)
- America’s Dog (American)
- Connie’s Pizza (Pizza)
- Beecher’s Handmade Cheese (American)
- Coca Cola - Vending Machine (Beverage)
- Nuts on Clark (Desserts/Snacks)
- Tallboy Taco (Tacos)
- Bars
Down Small - Reilly’s Daughter (Bar)
- White Sox Bar & Grill (Bar)
- Shopping
Down Small - MAC Cosmetics (Health/Beauty)
- Sarah’s Candies (Candy, located at Gate B21)
- TUMI (Convenience)
- EVOLVE by Hudson (Newsstand/Books)
- 47 - Vending Machine (Convenience)
- Beats by Apple - Vending Machine (Electronics)
- Brookstone - Vending Machine (Electronics)
- Build a Bear Workshop - Vending Machine (Toys)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Einstein Bros. Bagels (Breakfast, located at Gate A7)
- Billy Goat Tavern (American, located at Food Hall)
- Arami (Asian, located at Food Hall)
- Big Shoulders Coffee (Coffee/Tea, located at Gate A15)
- Nuts on Clark (Desserts/Snacks, located at Food Hall)
- Fuel Bar (Grab and Go, located at Gate A4A)
- Reilly’s Daughter (Bar, located at Food Hall)
- Farmer’s Fridge - Vending Machine (Grab and Go, located at Gate A4A)
- Harry Caray’s Shortstop (American, located at Gate A9)
- Cielo Cantina (Mexican/Latin, located at Gate A7)
- Bars
Down Small - Reilly’s Daughter (Bar, located at Food Hall)
- Shopping
Down Small - Ink by Hudson (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate A10)
- Southside News (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate A11)
- iStore (Electronics, located at Food Hall)
- The Atrium (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate A5)
- Departure News (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate A4B)
- Hudson (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate A5)
- FAO Schwarz (Toys)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Garrett Popcorn Shops (Desserts/Snacks, located at Gate B14)
- Home Run Inn (American, located at Gate B16)
- Hubbard Inn (American, located at Gate B7)
- Camden Food (Grab and Go, located at Gate B20)
- Dunkin Express (Coffee/Tea, located at Gate B20)
- Porkchop BBQ (American, located at Gate B14)
- Big City Chicken (American, located at Gate B7)
- BIG & Little’s (American, located at Gate B14)
- The Orange Line (American, located at Gate B21)
- Shopping
Down Small - Hudson Nonstop (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate B21)
- Chicago Sports (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Gate B10)
- Ink by Hudson (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate B17)
- Chicago News (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate B5)
- iStore (Electronics, located at Gate B17)
- Hudson (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate B9)
- Hudson Booksellers (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate B5)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Farmer’s Fridge - Vending Machine (Grab and Go, located at Gate C1)
- Shopping
Down Small - Aero Mart (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate C1)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Café Descartes (Coffee/Tea, located at Baggage Claim)
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Top questions about MDW Airport pickup
- Where do I meet my driver for pickup?
Down Small Pickup locations may depend on the type of ride you request and the size of the airport. Follow the instructions in the app about where to meet your driver. You can also look for signs that point to designated airport rideshare zones.
If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
- If my flight is late, will my Uber Reserve driver wait for me?
Down Small Your driver will be informed of any schedule changes to your flight. For UberX, Uber Comfort, and UberXL rides, meet your driver up to 45 minutes after your flight's arrival before late fees apply. For Uber Black, Uber Black SUV, Uber Premier, and Uber Premier SUV rides, meet your driver within 60 minutes. Learn more about Uber Reserve.
- How much will my Uber trip from MDW cost?
Down Small The cost of an Uber trip from MDW Airport depends on factors that include the type of ride you request, the estimated length and duration of the trip, tolls, and current demand for rides.
You can see an estimate of the price before you request by going here and entering your pickup spot and destination. Then when you request a ride, you’ll see your actual price in the app based on real-time factors.
- How many pieces of luggage will fit in the vehicle I request through Uber?
Down Small The luggage capacity varies by Uber ride type. For example, an UberX ride can usually hold 2 suitcases while an UberXL ride can usually hold 3 suitcases.*
- How do I cancel my Uber reservation from MDW?
Down Small You can cancel at no charge up to 60 minutes before your reservation pickup time. If you cancel after that, you’ll be charged a cancellation fee if a driver has already been confirmed. In order to cancel, go to your rides in the Activity section of the Uber app.
- Are car seats available for rides from MDW Airport?
Down Small By law, small children are required to be in a car seat. Get more information about our safety policies.
- Are pets or service animals allowed in rides with Uber from MDW?
Down Small Service animals are allowed, and Uber drivers may not refuse a trip because of the presence of one. For pets, however, it’s recommended that you select the Uber Pet option when choosing your ride. Otherwise, it’s up to the discretion of the driver; once a driver is matched, you can message them in the app to make sure. Get more information about our safety policies.
*Luggage space is not guaranteed and depends on the number of passengers in your ride and the type of vehicle. Once you’re matched with a driver, we recommend contacting them through the app to confirm.
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