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Midway Limo Service

Midway Limo Service From Orland Park and the Chicago South Suburbs

The Close Airport, Roughly Half an Hour Away, With No Parking to Deal With

Midway International is the south suburbs' home airport. From Orland Park and the surrounding communities it is generally a 30 to 40 minute drive, roughly half the trip to O'Hare, on a single terminal campus that is far simpler to navigate. Emily's Limousine Service provides chauffeured Midway transfers with flight tracking, curbside pickup, and vehicles from a single sedan to a 57 passenger coach. Rates start at $95.

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Why Book a Car

Why Book a Car to Midway When It Is Only Half an Hour Away

It is a fair question. The drive is short, so why not just take your own car? The answer is what happens after you park it. Midway parking accrues every single day your car sits there, and on the way back you are riding a shuttle, hunting your row, and, for a good chunk of the year, scraping ice off a windshield at eleven at night after a delayed flight.

Midway limo service removes that entire back half of the trip. You get dropped at the terminal door, and when you land someone is waiting at the curb. For two or more travelers, or any trip longer than a couple of days, the cost frequently lands in the same neighborhood as parking once you account for the daily rate.

The short drive is also what makes Midway transfers our most affordable airport runs from the south suburbs. Less distance, less time, less exposure to the traffic that makes the O'Hare run unpredictable.

30 to 40 min
Typical drive time
$95+
Starting rate
One Terminal
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Departures

Getting to Midway On Time From the South Suburbs

Midway's single terminal layout is genuinely easier than a multi terminal airport. There is no question about which building you need and no inter terminal shuttle to factor in. You are dropped at the departures level entrance and check in is right there.

That said, security lines at Midway swing hard by time of day, and the early morning bank of departures fills the checkpoint. We usually suggest about two hours at the airport for a domestic flight, plus the 30 to 40 minute drive, which puts most south suburban pickups around two and a half to three hours before departure.

Luxury sedan departure transfer to Midway from Orland Park
TripTypical TimingPlanning Note
South suburbs to MidwayRoughly 30 to 40 minutesShorter and more predictable than the O'Hare run
Domestic departureAbout 2 hours at airportPickup roughly 2.5 to 3 hours before departure
Early morning flightAdd extra cushionThe first departure bank fills security quickly

These are planning guidelines, not guarantees. We recommend a specific pickup time when you book based on your flight and travel day.

Arrivals

How Your Midway Pickup Works When You Land

Midway's compact footprint works in your favor on arrival. The walk from baggage claim to the curb is short, so there is less time between landing and being in the car than at a sprawling airport.

You Land

We are tracking your flight and know your real arrival time, not the scheduled one.

Chauffeur Contacts You

Your driver reaches out and confirms the pickup spot.

Grab Your Bags

Baggage claim to the arrivals curb is a short walk at Midway.

Head Home

Bags loaded and you are southbound, usually within half an hour of the curb.

Curbside Pickup

Curbside on the arrivals level is our default at Midway and it works well here precisely because the airport is small. Your chauffeur coordinates by phone once you are on the ground, so you walk out and the car is there rather than circling.

Meet and Greet Inside

If you would rather your driver wait inside with a name sign, ask when you book. It is worth it for elderly travelers, kids flying alone, anyone with mobility needs, or clients you are hosting and want received properly rather than texted directions.

Late Night and Delayed Arrivals

Midway runs a heavy domestic schedule and weather delays push a lot of flights into the late evening. Our dispatch operates 24 hours, so a flight that lands at midnight still has a driver at the curb. Flight tracking is what makes that work, so give us the flight number.

Midway or O'Hare

Midway Compared to O'Hare for South Suburban Travelers

When your destination is served by both airports, the decision is mostly about time. Here is the honest comparison.

FactorMidway (MDW)O'Hare (ORD)
Drive from south suburbsRoughly 30 to 40 minutesRoughly an hour or more
Terminal layoutSingle terminal, compactMultiple terminals across a large campus
DestinationsPrimarily domesticExtensive domestic and international
Recommended bufferSmaller, the drive is predictableLarger, expressway traffic varies widely
Typical transfer costLower, shorter distanceHigher, longer drive

Flying internationally or to a smaller market? See our O'Hare limo service page. For all airports, visit our airports hub.

Who We Drive

Midway Transfers for Every Kind of Traveler

Business Travelers

Midway's domestic network makes it the workhorse airport for regional business travel. A short chauffeured ride means you can take a call on the way out and decompress on the way back. Companies with regular travel set up recurring bookings through our corporate limousine service.

Families and Vacation Travel

Families flying out of Midway on a domestic vacation hit the luggage wall fast. Car seats, checked bags, a stroller, and suddenly a sedan is not the answer. A Suburban, Escalade, or Navigator handles it, and our 14 passenger Sprinter takes the whole extended family with bags in one vehicle.

Groups and Teams

Sports teams, wedding parties flying out together, and corporate groups move better in one vehicle. Our coach buses seat 35 to 57 passengers, and because Midway is close, group runs there cost less than the same trip north.

Oak Lawn and Nearby Communities

Some of our service area sits very close to Midway. Oak Lawn in particular is a short hop, which makes those transfers quick and affordable. If you are in one of the closer suburbs, a Midway car service is close to a no brainer compared to parking.

Our Fleet

Vehicles for Your Midway Transfer

Pick by headcount and luggage. These are the most common choices for a Midway run.

Pricing

Midway Limo Service Rates

Rates start at $95. Because Midway is the closer airport, transfers there are typically our most affordable airport runs from the south suburbs. Your final rate depends on your pickup suburb, vehicle, and travel time, and we confirm it in writing before you book. Full detail is on our pricing page.

Sedans and SUVs

VehicleStarting Rate
Cadillac XTS Sedan$95+
Mercedes-Benz S-Class$140+
Chevy Suburban$150+
Cadillac Escalade$160+
Lincoln Navigator$160+

Vans and Buses for Groups

VehicleRate
14 Passenger Shuttle$180 / hour
Executive Jet Sprinter$220 / hour
35 Passenger Coach$450 / hour
50 Passenger Coach$550 / hour
57 Passenger Coach$650 / hour

Starting rates shown. Final pricing varies based on pickup location, date, and total time.

Travel Tips

Tips for a Smooth Midway Transfer

  • Give us the flight number. Midway sees a lot of weather delays in winter and summer. The flight number is what lets your pickup move with your flight.
  • Do not under budget the early morning. Midway's first departure bank fills security fast. The short drive does not help if the checkpoint is 40 minutes deep.
  • Compare against parking honestly. Multiply the daily rate by your trip length before deciding. For longer trips, the car service often wins outright.
  • Count bags before choosing a vehicle. Midway is a heavy leisure travel airport, which means checked bags. Four travelers with four large cases need an SUV.
  • Book the return at the same time. Setting up your arrival pickup when you book the departure means nothing to arrange while you are away.
  • Ask about meet and greet for family. Parents flying in, kids traveling alone, and anyone needing a hand are better served inside than at a curb.
Service Areas

Midway Transfers From Across the South Suburbs

We provide Midway airport transfers from Orland Park and every community in our service area, plus the wider Chicagoland region.

FAQ

Midway Limo Service Questions

How much does a limo to Midway cost from the south suburbs?
Rates start at $95 for our Cadillac XTS sedan and $140 for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. SUVs including the Chevy Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and Lincoln Navigator run $150 to $160. For groups, our 14 passenger shuttle is $180 per hour and coach buses range from $450 to $650 per hour by capacity. Because Midway is the closer airport, transfers there are generally our most affordable airport runs from the south suburbs. We confirm your exact rate in writing before you book.
How long is the drive to Midway from Orland Park and the south suburbs?
Most south suburban addresses are roughly 30 to 40 minutes from Midway, depending on traffic and your exact pickup point. That is substantially shorter and more predictable than the run north to O'Hare, which typically takes an hour or more. The route usually heads north on Cicero Avenue or Harlem Avenue, or up through the I-294 corridor, and we pick whichever makes sense for the hour you are traveling.
How early should my pickup be for a Midway flight?
Midway is a single terminal airport, which generally makes it quicker to move through than O'Hare, but security lines still vary considerably by time of day. We usually recommend arriving about two hours before a domestic departure, then adding the 30 to 40 minute drive. From most south suburban addresses that puts your pickup somewhere around two and a half to three hours before your flight, with more cushion for early morning departures.
Where does my chauffeur meet me at Midway?
For arrivals we typically use curbside pickup on the arrivals level. Midway is a compact, single terminal airport, so the walk from baggage claim to the curb is short and straightforward compared to larger airports. Your chauffeur contacts you once you land and confirms exactly where to meet. If you would rather have your driver waiting inside, request a meet and greet when you book.
Do you track flights into Midway?
Yes, when you provide your flight number at booking. Midway handles a high volume of domestic traffic and delays are common during winter weather and summer storms. Having your flight number means we adjust your pickup to your actual arrival rather than the scheduled one, so you are not waiting and we are not sitting at the curb for 45 minutes.
Is Midway easier than O'Hare for south suburban travelers?
For most trips, yes. Midway is roughly half the drive, has a single terminal rather than several spread across a large campus, and is generally simpler to navigate. The tradeoff is destination choice. O'Hare serves far more cities and handles the bulk of international travel, so if you are flying overseas or to a smaller market, O'Hare may be your only option. When both work, Midway usually means less time and less hassle.
Can you handle group transfers to Midway?
Yes. Our 14 passenger shuttle at $180 per hour covers families and small teams, and coach buses seating 35 to 57 passengers handle sports teams, wedding parties flying out together, and corporate groups. Because Midway is closer, group transfers there are often more economical than the equivalent trip to O'Hare. Share your flight details and headcount and we will size the vehicles.
Is a car service to Midway worth it when the drive is so short?
The short drive is actually part of the argument. Midway parking still accrues daily, and you still have to shuttle from the lot, remember where you parked, and dig out a snow covered car in January. A car service removes all of that for a trip that only takes half an hour each way. For two or more travelers, or for any trip longer than a few days, the math frequently favors the car service.
Which suburbs do you pick up from for Midway transfers?
We are based in Orland Park and serve Tinley Park, Orland Hills, Oak Forest, Palos Heights, Palos Park, Homer Glen, Mokena, New Lenox, Frankfort, and Oak Lawn, along with the wider south suburban area. Oak Lawn in particular is very close to Midway, so those transfers are short. Share your pickup address when requesting a quote.

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Chauffeured transfers to and from Midway International from Orland Park and the Chicago south suburbs. Short drive, flight tracking, no parking fees. Request a free quote today.

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