Chicago Midway International Airport
welcomed its first-ever lounge on September 26. The Club MDW lies just ahead on the right, opposite the food court, before the entrance to Concourse B, near Gate B1.
The lounge will be accessible with a $50 day pass, which may be purchased. Additionally, passes may be purchased through a number of services, such as LoungeKey and Priority Pass.
A glimpse inside
Designed to cater to the needs of modern travelers, The Club MDW features areas for work, relaxation, and socializing, centered around a lively bar. The lounge can accommodate up to 76 guests and is open daily from 4 am to 10 pm. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning views of the airfield, while the lounge’s design draws inspiration from Chicago’s Art Deco and mid-century modern architecture.
Guests can enjoy complimentary food and beverages, including locally sourced menu items and beers from Revolution Brewing and Two Brothers, all while benefiting from high-speed WiFi in designated workspaces.
The lounge is managed by Airport Dimensions, which operates similar lounges around the country. During its first 30 days of operation, the lounge will host a virtual food drive benefiting The Greater Chicago Food Depository, with Airport Dimensions contributing a $10,000 donation to combat food insecurity.
First airport lounge opens in 96-year history
Chicago
Mayor Brandon Johnson attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, calling it “an incredible moment for our city and our city’s history.” He said:
For the first time in its history, the new passenger lounge is now a key part of our continued efforts to enhance the travel experience in Chicago for both leisure and business passengers. Club MDW will allow Midway passengers to escape the hustle and bustle of the airport and unwind in this 3200 square feet of lounge space.
With air travel rebounding after the pandemic, MDW has seen a significant increase in traffic, accommodating over 22 million travelers last year, solidifying its role as an essential gateway for the city. Primarily serving 
Southwest Airlines
, MDW is the second-largest airport in the Chicago region.
Chicago Department of Aviation Commissioner Jamie L. Rhee said in a statement:
“Opening The Club MDW is a continuation of the work completed through the Midway Modernization Program, and it is one of many upgrades passengers can expect as we transform Chicago’s original hometown airport.”
Chicago Midway International Airport has been awarded a substantial grant of over $555,000 as part of a larger federal initiative to improve airport infrastructure across Illinois. This funding is part of a $37 million allocation announced by the US Department of Transportation. The investment highlights Midway’s importance as a major transportation hub in the region, alongside Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, both of which received more than $10 million in total funding.