Hotel
This hotel is close to the rehearsal dinner, welcome drinks, the church, and downtown. It’s a bit farther from the venue. The bride and groom will be staying here. -To the church: 4 mins -To the venue: 22 mins
Hotel
This hotel is conveniently located between the church and the reception venue. - To the church: 12 mins - To the venue: 12–15 mins
Hotel
This hotel is in the downtown area—perfect for sightseeing and a city vibe. - To the church: 11 mins - To the venue: 25 mins
Travel Note
If you’re booking your own Airbnb or hotel, here are some area suggestions: Between the church & venue: - Wicker Park - Logan Square - West Town - Goose Island Closer to downtown (more city vibe): - River North - Gold Coast Note: These are the farthest from the venue. Closer to the church & welcome drinks: - Medical District - South Loop - West Loop - Fulton Market
Flight
Airlines that fly to Chicago Midway (MDW): Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, Porter, Volaris, Avelo, Frontier. Distance/time to Little Italy (church location), Chicago (from Midway): ~ 8–9 miles → ~ 13–16 minutes by car
Flight
Airlines that fly to Chicago Midway (MDW): Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, Porter, Volaris, Avelo, Frontier. Distance/time to Little Italy (church location), Chicago (from Midway): ~ 8–9 miles → ~ 13–16 minutes by car Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): O'Hare is a major hub with all the major airlines. Distance & Travel Time to Little Italy, Chicago: - Driving: Approximately 18 miles, taking about 23 minutes. - Public Transit: Direct train via the Blue Line to Racine station, approximately 51 minutes.
Train
From Midway Airport (MDW) to Little Italy: Take the #54 bus to the Pulaski Blue Line Station, then the Blue Line train toward downtown. Get off at UIC–Halsted Station and walk (~5–10 mins) to Little Italy. Approx. time: 40–50 minutes From O’Hare Airport (ORD) to Little Italy: Take the Blue Line train from O’Hare toward downtown. Get off at UIC–Halsted Station and walk (~5–10 mins) to Little Italy. Approx. time: 50–55 minutes You can use the website to see which transit lines to use from each airport. Personal Tip: If you want to take the CTA “L” instead of an Uber, O’Hare Airport (ORD) is your best bet, just hop on the Blue Line straight toward downtown.