Chicago dishes out culture and cuisine
Book flights from Ottawa to Chicago to be blown away by the Windy City.
Make Millennium Park one of your first stops when your flight from Ottawa to Chicago lands. Including features like the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Cloud Gate, and the Crown Fountain, you’ll quickly see why this park is one of the top tourist destinations in Chicago. To continue the park experience, head to the city’s largest green space, Lincoln Park, for an afternoon on the shoreline.
There's no shortage of sports to see when you fly from Ottawa to Chicago. Head to Wrigley Field to catch a ballgame, or visit the United Center to cheer on your favourite basketball and hockey teams. If football is your preference, then you'll want to go to Soldier Field.
Find entertainment beyond sports when you visit one of Chicago’s world-class museums. Whether you’re contemplating the classics in the Art Institute of Chicago or learning about living things in the Field Museum of Natural History, you’re sure to take some brand new knowledge back to Ottawa.
For fun on the shores of Lake Michigan, the Navy Pier is the place to be. With rides, shops, and food, you’ll have a blast while enjoying lakeside views. For upscale retail, the Magnificent Mile is lined with high-end boutiques, making for a luxe window-shopping experience.
Take a bite out of Chicago’s famous cuisine. Deep dish pizza, a must-try when visiting Chicago, will surely satisfy your hunger. Pizano’s Pizza is a perennial favourite, but there’s no harm in tasting a few more to form your own opinion on who has the best pizza in Chicago. You won’t have to worry about hunger when you fly from Ottawa to Chicago.
Wicker Park
Chicago’s creative haven
Discover the diverse hipster hub of Wicker Park with flights from Ottawa to Chicago.
While the neighbourhood has undergone a recent demographic shift, Wicker Park’s history is full of reinvention. From the Rolling Mill steelworks to some of the city’s wealthiest beer barons, Wicker Park has had a variety of residents.
Today, it sports a more hipster feel with warehouses and lofts housing entrepreneurs, artists, and professionals. Independently-owned stores, galleries, and restaurants give Wicker Park a distinct creative flare.
Explore the creativity of local artists at the Flatiron Arts Building when you fly to Chicago from Ottawa. Meander through the three-floor maze of artworks, and enjoy open-studio events and performances on most nights to see art in action.
Find the home to some of the best eating in the city with flights from Ottawa to Chicago and a visit to Wicker Park. Trendy, award-winning restaurants line the streets, with tons of options to please your taste buds. Wash down your food with a drink at any one of Wicker Park’s buzzing bars.
If you’re feeling a quick shop or a full out spree, head over to Milwaukee and Damen Avenue, two popular hotspots for shopping. Independent boutiques and vintage stores make for a one-of-a-kind retail experience.
Lincoln Park
A greener neighbourhood
With flights from Ottawa to Chicago, visit Lincoln Park, the city’s largest and most beloved urban garden.
Spanning seven miles of shoreline, Lincoln Park is home to nature preserves, dozens of monuments, and tons of attractions. Some of the park’s most popular attractions include the Chicago History Museum and the free Lincoln Park Zoo, perfect for any budget.
When strolling through Lincoln Park, make a stop at Armitage Avenue to find high-end retailers, boutique stores, and something to suit any taste.
With flights from Ottawa to Chicago and a stop in Lincoln Park, head outside of the park proper to see the surrounding neighbourhood. Historic houses, churches, and landmarks like the Elks Memorial give the area a charming feel.
Spend some time taking in the street views from one of the cafés along Clark Street. If you get hungry, you can make a meal along Clark Street at one of its many multicultural restaurants. There’s plenty of different desserts along the stretch to satisfy your sweet tooth.
With Lincoln Park’s location on the shores of Lake Michigan, you’ll be able to explore more of Chicago’s waterfront. The Lakefront Trail can take you along Lake Michigan for a relaxing stroll with amazing views.
Discover all that the lakeside neighbourhood has to offer with flights from Ottawa to Chicago and a visit to Lincoln Park.
How to get to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Porter’s check-in desk is on the third floor, in the departures area.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is about 10 km / 6 mi from downtown Ottawa.
Transportation to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft offer services to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and can drop customers off alongside regular passengers and taxis.
Please allow sufficient time to drop off your car rental before your departing flight.
Take the OC Transpo 97 Airport / Bayshore and Bells bus to the airport stop. The fare is $3.50 CAD.
Taxis to Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) from downtown cost about $35 CAD. Car service costs about $90 CAD.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Parking
Driving to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? There are two main parking options at Ottawa Airport with convenient access to all terminals.
The Parkade is close to the terminal with rates of $5 for every 30 minutes with a daily maximum of $24. The Parkade also offers BIZ Park on Level 3, which includes a dedicated parking area with guaranteed space and easy in-and-out access. Rates are $10 for the first hour and a $28 flat rate for 24 hours.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Chicago Midway Airport Transportation to Downtown
There are many options for transportation to downtown Chicago from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The trip is about 9 km / 6 mi from the airport to downtown Chicago.
Transportation to downtown Chicago
The Go Airport Express shuttle bus provides service from the airport to downtown Chicago. Reservations can be made online and fares start at $23 USD.
Uber and Lyft pickup is available at Chicago Midway Airport. To find your ride, exit at the baggage claims level, exit through door 4, and cross the street. Fares from MDW to downtown Chicago start at $23.
Car rental services are available at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Take the shuttle to the rental car area from the pick-up location at door 3 of the lower level, near the baggage claim area.
Taxis to downtown cost about $29 USD per person. Car service is available.
Take the Chicago Transit Authority orange line train from the Midway stop. The fare is $2.50 USD.
Chicago Midway International Airport Parking
Driving to Chicago Midway International Airport? There are many parking options at Chicago Airport. There are two economy parking lots with a rate of $2 USD for 30 minutes, $5 USD for 30 minutes to an hour, and a maximum of $15 USD for 24 hours. Or, choose the terminal garage, which offers hourly or daily rates. The daily lot has a 24-hour rate of $30 USD and is a long-term lot. You may also reserve a parking space ahead of time for a fee of $10 USD per space, per day.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
