Cheap Car Rental at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

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Chicago Midway Intl Airport (MDW)

Address:

5150 W 55th St,
Chicago, IL, Illinois, 60638, United States

Phone:

(1) 773-948-7002

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 1:30 AM

If flying in, shuttle to both the rental counter and car lot.

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Location Information

Where Is Budget Car Rental at Chicago Midway Airport?

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Follow signs to the baggage claim area then exit glass doors near carousel number 3, walk to the designated rental car shuttle bus stop and board a common rent-a-car bus for a 4-minute ride to the rental car facility. The busses operate 24 hours a day and depart regularly for the rental facility. Take the elevator to Level 3 for the Budget Fastbreak counter to pick up your rental vehicle.
General Directions
COUNTER: Follow signs to the baggage claim area then exit glass doors near carousel number 3, walk to the designated rental car shuttle bus stop and board a common rent-a-car bus for a 4-minute ride to the rental car facility. The busses operate 24 hours a day and depart regularly for the rental facility. Upon arrival at the Rental Car Facility, proceed directly to the Budget rental counter.

RETURNS: Enter the rental car return entrance off of 55th Street. Follow signs to Budget vehicle return which is located on level 4. They will lead to the Budget car rental lot.

WALK-UP RENTERS: Enter the rental car return entrance off of Laramie Street. Upon arrival at the Rental Car Facility, proceed directly to the Budget rental counter on the first floor.
DRIVERS CIRCLE
When you arrive, go to the Budget counter in the baggage claim area. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
Valet Return: If offered, you will be told about our service as you are escorted to your car.
After-hours Returns
The rental counters close every night at 2 AM; however, there is an agent on duty in the returns area to check in car returns 24/7.

Midway Airport Rental Car Return

Return your MDW car rental to the same place where car rental pickups happen. The address listed above tells you our exact location, but you can also follow signs near the airport for navigation assistance.

Midway Airport Car Rental Information

The Windy City is a popular tourist destination, drawing crowds from around the world. Whether you’re in Chicago for business or pleasure, Budget has the right rental car for you, and you can’t beat the convenience of leaving Chicago Midway International Airport with your car ready to go.

Fastbreak Membership: Break away from the Midway Airport in a snap with a Fastbreak membership. Just show us your driver’s license and skip the line. Plus, we’ll let you know about special deals that save you even more.

Cheap Prices: Those who rent directly on Budget.com can get our lowest prices. Choose “Pay Now” when you check out for our guaranteed best rates. Don’t forget to browse the deals tab, too!

What is the best type of car to rent in Chicago?

Chicago is a vibrant city filled with endless possibilities, which means you’ll want to rent a car that fits your trip. Fortunately, you can find a variety of car rentals at Chicago Midway.

Van Rental

For large groups, passenger van rental can offer the space you need. Each van accommodates 12 or 15 passengers.

When traveling with small children, enjoy the convenience of a minivan rental. Reserve one of our vans and enjoy a day at the Field Museum or the LEGOLAND® Discovery Center.

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SUV Rental

If you want to heed the call of the great outdoors, an SUV rental has the space and power to handle the journey and the gear. Though Chicago is the third largest city in the U.S., you can still enjoy outdoor adventures as you go boating on Lake Michigan.

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Long-Term Car Rental

As a major business hub, Chicago hosts a lot of long-term travelers. You can reserve one of our Chicago Midway Airport car rentals for a month or longer and enjoy significant savings on a great selection of top-quality cars. Rent a car for up to 11 months, and switch your vehicle whenever you’d like.

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Luxury Car Rental

The streets of Chicago are never brighter than when seen from the driver’s seat of a luxury car rental. Cruise through downtown Chicago in a convertible with the top down—night or day, you’ll enjoy the view. If you venture out of the city a bit, you can enjoy the skyline from afar.

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Chicago Midway International Airport Travel FAQs

Chicago’s two airports, MDW and ORD, are about 26 miles apart. After picking up a Budget rental car, it should take between 30 and 40 minutes to drive between the two airports (under typical traffic conditions). Do you need one-way transportation between these two airports? Book a one-way car rental between MDW and our ORD rental location in the form above. (Source)

Midway Airport (MDW) is closer to downtown Chicago than O'Hare Airport (ORD). The travel time from MDW to the downtown area is 15 to 25 minutes, while the trip from ORD to downtown can be 30 minutes to an hour, depending on traffic. Alternatively, you can pick up or drop off your Budget vehicle from one of our many Chicago rental centers if a downtown location suits your travel plans better. (Source) (Source)

O'Hare Airport (ORD) is larger and busier, serving more international flights. By comparison, Midway Airport (MDW) is smaller and mainly handles domestic flights. Additionally, O'Hare offers more amenities, extensive airline options, and a wider range of destinations. Both airports are excellent choices, and the best for you will depend on your preference and flight options. (Source)

Yes, MDW is a large airport, though it’s smaller than O'Hare Airport. MDW is still one of the busiest airports in the nation. It accommodates a substantial number of passengers and operates various domestic flights and some international flights. (Source)

Chicago is renowned for its architectural marvels, such as the Willis Tower and the iconic skyline along Lake Michigan. The city is also famous for its vibrant jazz and blues music scene, deep-dish pizza, diverse culinary offerings, world-class museums like the Art Institute of Chicago, and its passionate sports culture, particularly for baseball and basketball.

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