Written by the Pharaoh’s Transportation dispatch team, 5151 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee. Our chauffeurs drive between Wisconsin and Chicago’s airports every day; every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured.
Quick answer: At Midway, prearranged chauffeured cars pick up on the lower level (Baggage Claim), in the center lane at Doors 1 and 2. Call or text dispatch once you have your bags and the car typically reaches the curb in about 3 to 10 minutes, or choose meet-and-greet and your chauffeur waits inside Baggage Claim. Rideshare uses Doors 2 to 4 and taxis the inner lane at Door 2. Pharaoh’s Transportation picks up at Midway 24/7 for rides to Milwaukee and all of Wisconsin, about 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours north.
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In this guide
- Key takeaways
- Midway at a glance: one terminal, three concourses
- The lower-level curb, door by door
- Meet-and-greet or curbside pickup?
- Getting from your gate to Baggage Claim
- International arrivals at Midway
- Chauffeur, rideshare, taxi, train or a family pickup?
- Midway to Milwaukee: the drive
- Midway or O’Hare? Choosing your Chicago airport
- Groups and Sprinters at Midway
- Why travelers book Pharaoh’s for Midway pickups
- Quick facts
- Frequently asked questions
- About the dispatch team
Key takeaways
- Prearranged chauffeured cars pick up on Midway’s lower level (Baggage Claim), in the center lane at Doors 1 and 2.
- Call or text dispatch once you have your bags; the car typically reaches the curb in about 3 to 10 minutes.
- With meet-and-greet, your chauffeur waits inside Baggage Claim and walks you to the car, about 5 to 7 minutes away.
- Rideshare uses Doors 2 to 4 and taxis use the inner lane at Door 2, so check the door before you step outside.
- Southwest now serves Chicago only from Midway, so many Wisconsin travelers on Southwest fly in and out of here.
Midway at a glance: one terminal, three concourses
Midway has one main terminal on the east side of Cicero Avenue, connected by a bridge to Concourses A, B and C. Ticketing is upstairs; Baggage Claim and every curb pickup are on the lower level.
| Concourse | Gates | Airlines |
|---|---|---|
| A | 17 | Southwest, Delta, Volaris, Allegiant |
| B | 23 | Southwest (a long concourse with moving walkways) |
| C | 3 | Frontier |
Airline locations checked October 2026. Southwest carries about 9 of every 10 Midway passengers and ended its O’Hare flights in June 2026. Your airline app always has your current gate.
The lower-level curb, door by door
Midway’s arrivals curb has three lanes and numbered doors. Knowing which one is yours saves a lot of walking with bags.
| Who picks you up | Lane | Doors |
|---|---|---|
| Prearranged chauffeur, limo or black car | Center lane | Doors 1 and 2 |
| Rideshare apps | Center lane | Doors 2 to 4 (blue, orange and green zones) |
| City taxis | Inner lane | Door 2 (official stand) |
| Friends and family | Outer lane | Doors 2, 3 and 4 |
| Rental car shuttles | Inner lane | Door 3 |
| Airport parking shuttles | Inner lane | Door 4 |
| Hotel shuttles | Upper level | Door 2 |
Source: Chicago Department of Aviation, checked October 2026. The Ground Transportation information booth is in Baggage Claim near carousel 4 if you need help.
Landing at Midway and heading to Wisconsin?
Send your flight number and drop-off address. We track your flight and meet you at Doors 1 and 2 or inside Baggage Claim.
Meet-and-greet or curbside pickup?
| Meet-and-greet | Curbside pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Where you meet | Inside Baggage Claim, lower level | Center lane, Doors 1 and 2 |
| What you do | Walk to Baggage Claim; your chauffeur has a name sign | Collect bags, then call or text dispatch |
| Wait once you’re ready | None | About 3 to 10 minutes |
| Walk to the car | About 5 to 7 minutes to livery parking | A few steps from the door |
| Best for | First-time visitors, families, seniors, international arrivals, executives | Frequent Midway flyers traveling light |
See our airport meet-and-greet service.
Getting from your gate to Baggage Claim
- Concourse A: the closest concourse to the main terminal, and the home of Midway’s customs facility.
- Concourse B: Southwest’s long concourse. Use the moving walkways and allow extra minutes from the far gates.
- Concourse C: three gates near the terminal.
- From every concourse, cross the bridge over Cicero Avenue to the main terminal and go down to Baggage Claim.
Text dispatch when you’re walking off the plane if you have carry-ons only; otherwise wait until your bags arrive.
International arrivals at Midway
Midway has a customs facility in Concourse A for its international flights, mainly to Mexico and the Caribbean: Volaris to cities such as Guadalajara and Morelia, and Southwest and Frontier to Cancún and other beach destinations. International travelers are a small share of Midway passengers, so lines are usually shorter than at O’Hare’s Terminal 5, but they vary. After customs, follow the signs to Baggage Claim and ground transportation, then text dispatch. For flights from Europe and Asia, see our O’Hare terminal pickup guide.
Chauffeur, rideshare, taxi, train or a family pickup?
| Option | Where | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Prearranged chauffeur | Center lane, Doors 1 and 2, or inside Baggage Claim | Price set at booking, flight tracking, rides to anywhere in Wisconsin |
| Rideshare app | Center lane, Doors 2 to 4 | Prices can surge; long rides to Wisconsin aren’t always accepted |
| Taxi | Inner lane, Door 2 | Use the official stand only |
| CTA Orange Line | Station connected to the parking garage | About 20 to 25 minutes to the Loop; not a route to Wisconsin |
| Friend or family | Outer lane, Doors 2 to 4, after waiting at the free cell phone lot at 61st Street and Cicero Avenue | No curbside waiting; the driver must stay with the car |
Midway to Milwaukee: the drive
Midway is on Chicago’s far Southwest Side, so every trip to Wisconsin crosses the whole Chicago area. Plan on about 95 to 100 miles and typically 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours to downtown Milwaukee, more at rush hour or in snow. Your chauffeur picks one of two routes based on live traffic:
| Route | How it goes | When it’s used |
|---|---|---|
| Around the city | I-55 west to I-294 (Tri-State Tollway) north to I-94 | Often the steadier choice at busy times |
| Through the city | I-55 east to the Dan Ryan, then the Kennedy, Edens and I-94 north | When downtown traffic is light, such as late evening |
For timing and prices on this route, see our Milwaukee to Midway car service. Landing late? Read evening arrivals at O’Hare and Midway.
Midway or O’Hare? Choosing your Chicago airport
| Midway (MDW) | O’Hare (ORD) | |
|---|---|---|
| Airlines | Mostly Southwest, plus Delta, Frontier, Volaris and Allegiant | United, American, Delta and most international airlines |
| International flights | Mexico and the Caribbean | Worldwide (Terminal 5) |
| Size | One terminal, three concourses | Four terminals |
| Drive to downtown Milwaukee | About 1 hr 40 min to 2 hr | About 1 hr 15 to 45 min |
For a fuller comparison that includes Milwaukee’s own airport, read MKE vs O’Hare vs Midway.
Groups and Sprinters at Midway
Groups use the same center-lane chauffeur pickup at Doors 1 and 2. For 7 to 15 travelers, one Sprinter keeps everyone and every bag together on the long drive north.
| Group size | Vehicle | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 6 | Chevy Suburban or Cadillac Escalade | 6, with extra luggage room |
| 7 to 13 | Executive Sprinter | 13 |
| 7 to 14 | Ford Transit van | 14 |
| Up to 15 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 15 |
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Why travelers book Pharaoh’s for Midway pickups
- On the road between Wisconsin and Chicago every day, both ways.
- Flight tracking on every airport pickup.
- Upfront pricing: your price is set when you book, with no meter and no surge.
- Vetted chauffeurs: background-checked, licensed and insured, following Chicago Department of Aviation and City of Chicago livery rules.
- The right vehicle for every group; see our fleet.
- 24/7 dispatch with a real person on the phone.
Quick facts
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Chauffeur pickup | Lower level, center lane, Doors 1 and 2 |
| Wait after you call | About 3 to 10 minutes |
| Meet-and-greet | Inside Baggage Claim; 5 to 7 minute walk to the car |
| Rideshare | Center lane, Doors 2 to 4 |
| Taxis | Inner lane, Door 2 |
| Cell phone lot | 61st Street and Cicero Avenue, free |
| Customs | Concourse A |
| Midway to downtown Milwaukee | About 95 to 100 miles; typically 1 hr 40 min to 2 hr |
| Book | pharaohstransportation.com/book-online or (414) 322-3751 |
Frequently asked questions
Where do limos pick up at Midway Airport?
On the lower level (Baggage Claim), in the center lane at Doors 1 and 2.
Where does my chauffeur meet me at Midway?
Inside Baggage Claim with meet-and-greet, or at the center lane, Doors 1 and 2, if you chose curbside pickup.
How long does the car take to reach the curb at Midway?
Typically about 3 to 10 minutes after you call with your bags in hand.
Where is rideshare pickup at Midway?
On the lower level, center lane, Doors 2 to 4, in color-coded zones.
Where is the taxi stand at Midway?
On the lower level, inner lane, Door 2.
Where is the Midway cell phone lot?
At 61st Street and Cicero Avenue, just south of the main entrance. It’s free, and the driver must stay with the car.
Does Midway have international flights?
Yes, mainly to Mexico and the Caribbean. The customs facility is in Concourse A.
Which airlines fly from Midway?
Mostly Southwest, plus Delta, Frontier, Volaris and Allegiant. Southwest now serves Chicago only from Midway.
How long is the drive from Midway to Milwaukee?
About 95 to 100 miles, typically 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours, depending on traffic and weather.
Is Midway or O’Hare closer to Milwaukee?
O’Hare. It’s north of the city, so the drive is usually 20 to 30 minutes shorter.
Can a group be picked up together at Midway?
Yes. A Sprinter or 14-passenger van picks up the whole group at the center lane, Doors 1 and 2.
How do I book a Midway pickup to Wisconsin?
Book online or call (414) 322-3751 with your flight number and drop-off address. Your price is confirmed at booking.
About the dispatch team
This guide was written by the Pharaoh’s Transportation dispatch team, which books and tracks Midway and O’Hare pickups every day. Pharaoh’s Transportation is a top-rated Milwaukee limo and car service with its office and fleet at 5151 S Howell Ave, Suite D1 & D2, Milwaukee, WI 53207, 2 minutes from MKE. Pharaoh’s also operates two divisions, Milwaukee to O’Hare (milwaukeetoohare.com) and Wisconsin Limo Service (wisconsinlimoservice.com), with the same office and dispatch team. Our fleet includes Chevy Suburbans and Cadillac Escalades, a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, an Executive Sprinter and a 14-passenger van. Reservations: (414) 322-3751. Airport rules in this guide were checked against Chicago Department of Aviation information in October 2026; signs at the airport always take priority.
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