Car Hire Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Flying into Chicago Midway Airport? Just 10 miles from downtown, Midway is a convenient gateway to the Windy City and the wider Midwest. Hiring a car gives you the freedom to explore Chicago’s skyline, Lake Michigan’s shores, and road trips across Illinois and neighbouring states. With Rhino Car Hire, booking your Midway rental car is simple, affordable, and stress-free.
Why Book Car Hire at Chicago Midway with Rhino?
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Wide choice of vehicles – from economy cars to SUVs, minivans, and luxury models.
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Competitive prices – we compare top suppliers at Midway to bring you the best deals.
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On-airport collection – pick up your car directly from the rental centre at MDW.
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Flexible booking – free amendments and fair cancellation policies.
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24/7 support – customer service before, during, and after your hire.
Driving from Chicago Midway Airport
A car hire from Midway makes it easy to get into the city or hit the open road.
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Into downtown: 10 miles, around 25 minutes via I-55.
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Day trips: Starved Rock State Park (1.5 hrs), Milwaukee (2 hrs), Indiana Dunes National Park (1 hr).
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Road trips: Start your adventure on the historic Route 66, which begins in Chicago.
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Driving Tips for Chicago and Illinois
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Drive on the right: Seat belts mandatory for all passengers.
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Speed limits: 30 mph in cities, 55 mph on rural highways, 70 mph on interstates.
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Parking: Chicago has expensive downtown parking – consider garages or park-and-ride.
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Winter weather: Snow and ice are common from December to March – allow extra travel time.
Whether you’re exploring downtown Chicago, heading to the Great Lakes, or starting a cross-country road trip, Rhino Car Hire makes it easy to find the right vehicle at the best price.
Book online today and drive away from Chicago Midway Airport with confidence.
Current Rental Rates at Chicago Midway Airport
Hyundai Venue
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 39.83 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 278.82 EUR from 21/09/2026
Kia Soul
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 39.85 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 278.96 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Corolla
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 40.40 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 282.84 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Prius Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 46.11 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 322.82 EUR from 21/09/2026
Toyota Prius Hybrid
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 57.56 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 402.98 EUR from 21/09/2026
Chicago Midway Car Hire FAQs
Do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP) in the USA?
Most visitors can drive with their home licence. An IDP is recommended if your licence is not in English.
What’s the minimum age to hire a car at Chicago Midway?
Most suppliers require drivers to be 21+. Under 25s may pay a young driver surcharge.
Is car hire cheaper at Midway than O’Hare?
Often yes – Midway can have lower rental rates than O’Hare, depending on demand.
How much does car hire at Midway cost?
Economy rentals typically start from $35–40 per day if booked early.
Can I drive from Midway into other states?
Yes – Illinois borders Indiana and Wisconsin, and interstate travel is generally allowed.
Are child seats and GPS available?
Yes – both can be added to your booking.
Is unlimited mileage included?
Most US rentals include unlimited mileage – always check your booking terms.
Key Highlights for Car Hire at Chicago Midway Airport: Making the Most of Your Journey.
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Downtown access – reach central Chicago in under 25 minutes.
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Affordable rentals – economy cars from around $35 per day when booked early.
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Scenic drives – Lake Shore Drive, Route 66, or trips around Lake Michigan.
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Family options – child seats, GPS, and minivans available.
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Peace of mind – insurance, unlimited mileage, and roadside cover included.
Chicago Midway Airport - Popular Destinations
- Downtown Chicago: Approximately 10 miles away.
- Navy Pier: Around 12 miles away.
- Millennium Park: Approximately 10 miles away.
- Wrigley Field: Around 15 miles away.
- The Art Institute of Chicago: Approximately 10 miles away.
Our Most Popular Rated Local Car Rental Suppliers from Chicago Midway Airport
9.2
No.1: ALAMO,
based on 9389 reviews
22 min (average wait time)
9.1
No.2: NATIONAL,
based on 966 reviews
22 min (average wait time)
9.0
No.3: ENTERPRISE,
based on 4453 reviews
22 min (average wait time)
Chicago Midway Airport car hire information
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€ 359.80
Average price:
(per week)
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€ 51.40
Best Price:
Per Week
Average prices per day for car hire at Chicago Midway Airport
| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 72 |
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| February | € 71 |
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| March | € 64 |
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| April | € 80 |
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| May | € 75 |
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| June | € 84 |
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| July | € 86 |
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| August | € 78 |
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| September | € 74 |
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| October | € 76 |
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| November | € 77 |
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| December | € 86 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 76 |
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| February | € 73 |
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| March | € 64 |
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| April | € 75 |
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| May | € 74 |
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| June | € 79 |
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| July | € 86 |
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| August | € 78 |
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| September | € 73 |
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| October | € 75 |
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| November | € 74 |
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| December | € 86 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 99 |
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| February | € 95 |
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| March | € 93 |
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| April | € 106 |
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| May | € 93 |
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| June | € 106 |
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| July | € 114 |
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| August | € 104 |
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| September | € 99 |
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| October | € 102 |
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| November | € 100 |
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| December | € 115 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 84 |
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| February | € 81 |
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| March | € 75 |
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| April | € 84 |
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| May | € 80 |
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| June | € 89 |
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| July | € 96 |
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| August | € 89 |
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| September | € 85 |
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| October | € 87 |
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| November | € 86 |
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| December | € 98 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 94 |
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| February | € 92 |
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| March | € 86 |
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| April | € 89 |
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| May | € 84 |
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| June | € 91 |
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| July | € 105 |
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| August | € 98 |
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| September | € 99 |
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| October | € 95 |
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| November | € 93 |
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| December | € 107 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | |
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| February | |
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| March | |
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| April | € 69 |
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| May | € 70 |
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| June | € 62 |
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| July | € 82 |
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| August | € 73 |
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| September | € 67 |
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| October | € 63 |
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| November | |
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| December | |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 88 |
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| February | € 85 |
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| March | € 79 |
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| April | € 84 |
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| May | € 83 |
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| June | € 90 |
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| July | € 98 |
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| August | € 94 |
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| September | € 91 |
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| October | € 93 |
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| November | € 91 |
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| December | € 104 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 64 |
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| February | € 66 |
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| March | € 64 |
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| April | € 93 |
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| May | € 76 |
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| June | € 95 |
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| July | € 88 |
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| August | € 80 |
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| September | € 71 |
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| October | € 76 |
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| November | € 78 |
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| December | € 84 |
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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices
FAQs about car hire at Chicago Midway Airport
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Did You Know? – Chicago
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Chicago is the starting point of Route 66, the iconic road trip to California.
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The city is home to the world’s first skyscraper, built in 1885.
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Chicago is famous for its deep-dish pizza and diverse food scene.
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Lake Michigan’s shoreline gives the city 28 miles of beaches within city limits.