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Airports near Soldier Field
The closest airport to Soldier Field is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), 8.7 miles away in a straight line. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is 17 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Soldier Field. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDW Chicago Midway International Airport | Large airport | 8.7 mi (14.0 km) | CHI | 108 venues we list |
| ORD Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Large airport | 17 mi (27.0 km) | CHI | 61 venues we list |
Next events at Soldier Field
Chicago Bears vs. New Orleans Saints
Parking pass from about $167.00
From about $467.00View Tickets- From about $197.00View Tickets
Chicago Bears vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Parking pass from about $133.00
From about $414.00View Tickets- From about $279.00View Tickets
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Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions
Parking pass from about $120.00
From about $365.00View Tickets- From about $41.00View Tickets
Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 22: Chicago Bears vs. New Orleans Saints
- Dec 5: MLS Cup Conference Semifinal: Chicago Fire FC v…
- Dec 6: Chicago Bears vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
- Dec 11: MLS Cup Conference Final: Chicago Fire FC vs. T…
- Dec 18: MLS Cup Final: Chicago Fire FC vs. TBD (If Nece…
- Dec 25: Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers
- Jan 3: Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions
- Feb 27: Chicago Fire FC vs. Orlando City SC
When events at Soldier Field happen
- 11 of 26 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Saturdays; 23 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 12 of 21 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- Chicago Bears (NFL) play here; see every NFL stadium’s nearest airport.
- Chicago Fire FC (MLS) play here; see every MLS stadium’s nearest airport.
- Of the 30 NFL stadiums we list, Soldier Field is the 14th closest to its first airport (8.7 mi; league median 9.2 mi).
Teams visiting Soldier Field
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers, next here Sun, Nov 8
- New Orleans Saints, next here Sun, Nov 22
- Jacksonville Jaguars, next here Sun, Dec 6
- Green Bay Packers, next here Fri, Dec 25
- Detroit Lions, next here Sun, Jan 3
- Orlando City SC, next here Sat, Feb 27
- Inter Miami CF, next here Sat, Mar 20
- Atlanta United FC, next here Sat, Mar 27
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
How far is ORD from Soldier Field?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is 17 miles (27.0 km) from Soldier Field in a straight line, against 8.7 miles for MDW.
Can I book flights and Soldier Field tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
How does Soldier Field compare with other NFL stadiums?
Of the 30 NFL stadiums we list, Soldier Field is the 14th closest to its first airport (8.7 miles; the league median is 9.2 miles).
Which airport should I fly into for a Chicago Bears game?
MDW is the nearest airport we list, 8.7 miles away; ORD is 17 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
What time do events at Soldier Field usually start?
12 of the 21 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
What is the closest airport to Soldier Field?
The closest airport to Soldier Field is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), 8.7 miles away in a straight line.
