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Airports near Chicago (CGX)
10 airports within driving distance of Chicago Meigs Airport. Flying from an alternate airport is the single easiest way to cut your fare — our agents compare them all on one call.
| Airport | Distance | Fly from here | Live board |
|---|---|---|---|
ORD — Chicago O'Hare International Airport Major hub Chicago, United States | 17 mi (28 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
MDW — Chicago Midway International Airport Chicago, United States | 9 mi (14 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
GYY — Gary Chicago International Airport Gary, United States | 20 mi (31 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
PWK — Chicago Executive Airport Chicago-Wheeling, United States | 23 mi (37 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
LOT — Lewis University Airport Lockport, United States | 31 mi (49 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
DPA — Dupage Airport West Chicago, United States | 33 mi (53 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
JOT — Joliet Regional Airport Joliet, United States | 38 mi (60 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
UGN — Waukegan National Airport Chicago, United States | 41 mi (66 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
MGC — Michigan City Municipal Airport Michigan City, United States | 42 mi (67 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
VPZ — Porter County Municipal Airport Valparaiso IN, United States | 42 mi (67 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
Frequently asked questions
What airports are near Chicago?
Besides Chicago Meigs Airport (CGX), travelers can use Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, 17 mi), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW, 9 mi), Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY, 20 mi), Chicago Executive Airport (PWK, 23 mi) and others — all within driving distance.
Is it cheaper to fly from an alternate airport?
Often yes. Fares between nearby airports on the same route regularly differ by $100 or more, especially around holidays. Low-cost carriers also tend to favor secondary airports.
How do I compare fares across all airports near Chicago at once?
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