Chicago Airport Transfer: ORD & MDW to Downtown Private Car

Skip the taxi line at Chicago's airports. Your driver is already waiting

You book in advance with your flight number and destination, the driver meets you at arrivals with a voucher, and you're driven straight to your Chicago hotel or residence without arranging transport on the spot. The price is fixed per group, includes all fees and fuel, and you avoid the taxi line entirely.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer from Chicago airport

• Book private car in advance
• Provide flight and hotel details
• Vehicle arrives before pickup time
• Collect luggage at airport
• Meet driver at pickup point
• Travel to Chicago or surrounding area
• Present travel voucher to driver

The experience

You land at O'Hare or Midway, and the car is already there. That's the whole point of booking a private transfer from Chicago's airports in advance: no hunting for a taxi rank, no surge pricing, no negotiating with a stranger at the curb. You provide your flight details and hotel address when you book, the driver tracks your arrival, and you walk out to meet them instead of standing in a queue trying to figure out which line moves. The transfer gets confirmed within 24 hours, and you'll have a voucher to hand over when you meet.

The vehicle arrives a few minutes before your scheduled pickup time, which gives you space to grab your luggage without rushing. A sedan holds three passengers comfortably. An SUV takes five. The price is locked in per group, not per person, so you're not watching the meter climb through Chicago traffic on the way downtown. Fuel, taxes, and airport fees are all included: what you see when you book is what you pay. The only thing to know upfront: you get one hour of waiting time at international arrivals included, after that there's a charge if your flight is delayed or you need extra time to collect bags.

Your destination matters, so when you book, pick the exact neighborhood or hotel address you're heading to. The driver needs it to quote you the right fare and plan the route. Chicago's surrounding areas have different rates, so getting that detail right means no surprises on arrival. Luggage-wise, each person gets one suitcase and one small carry-on. If you're traveling with golf clubs, surfboards, or anything oversized, check with the operator before you book to make sure it fits. Child seats are required by law for kids eight and under, but the supplier doesn't provide them, so bring your own or arrange one separately.

What’s included

Your transfer includes one-way private car service from O'Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW) to your Chicago destination, all taxes and fuel surcharges, airport fees, and one hour of waiting time at international arrivals. You'll receive a confirmed booking and travel voucher within 24 hours of reserving.

Options for this experience

24 options

Sedan from Midway Airport (MDW) to City of ChicagoUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timePrivate transfer in a 3-passenger sedan from Chicago Midway Airport to downtown Chicago; pickup is included

Sedan from Midway Airport (MDW) to North RiversideUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Notre DameUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

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Sedan from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to North RiversideUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from Midway Airport (MDW) to Notre DameUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from Midway Airport (MDW) to North LakeUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from Midway Airport (MDW) to Oak BrookUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Oak BrookUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to North LakeUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to City of ChicagoUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

Sedan from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to SchaumburgUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

SUV from Midway Airport (MDW) to North RiversideUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from Midway Airport (MDW) to North LakeUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from Midway Airport (MDW) to Oak BrookUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from Midway Airport (MDW) to City of ChicagoUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from Midway Airport (MDW) to Notre DameUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

Sedan from Midway Airport (MDW) to SchaumburgUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time3-passenger sedan; includes pickup

SUV from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Notre DameUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to North LakeUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Oak BrookUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to North RiversideUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to SchaumburgUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from O'Hare Airport (ORD) to City of ChicagoUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

SUV from Midway Airport (MDW) to SchaumburgUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed time6-passenger SUV; includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated today

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcome

Operated by Carmel Car & Limousine Service

Is this one for you?Book this if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue: the fixed price and flight tracking mean you know exactly what you're paying and when your driver will be there, which turns an airport arrival into a straightforward handoff instead of a logistics puzzle.

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Top questions

Do I need to arrange child seats?

Child seats are required by Illinois law for children 8 and under, but the supplier doesn't provide them. You'll need to bring your own or arrange one separately before your transfer.

What if my flight is delayed?

The driver tracks your flight. You get one hour of waiting time included at international arrivals. After that, additional waiting time is charged. For domestic arrivals, waiting time begins from your scheduled pickup time.

How much luggage can I bring?

Each passenger is allowed one suitcase and one small carry-on bag. Oversized items like golf clubs or surfboards may have restrictions. Contact the operator before booking to confirm.

Is the price per person or per group?

Price is per group: up to three passengers in a sedan or five in an SUV. You pay one fare for everyone traveling together, not per head.

When will I know my driver's details?

Your transfer is confirmed within 24 hours of booking. You'll receive a travel voucher with driver information to present at pickup.

Can I pay by card?

Yes, major credit cards are accepted. Cash is not required. Receipts are provided upon request.

How long does the transfer take?

Duration depends on the time of day and traffic. Chicago traffic is heaviest during rush hours (roughly 7–10am and 4–7pm). The exact time will be clearer once you provide your destination.

What if I'm traveling to the suburbs, not downtown?

The service covers downtown Chicago and surrounding areas. Rates vary by destination, so specify your exact hotel or address when booking to get the correct quote.