WiFi & Charging
Chicago (MDW) Airport Charging Stations
Gate outlet coverage at Chicago Midway International Airport is most gates equipped with outlets. USB-A is at most gate seat positions in Concourses A, B, and C; illuminated charging kiosk towers were added to Concourses B and C during 2023 upgrades; Concourse A has standard outlets at most window-counter seats. USB-C ports are available throughout the airport.
Gate outlet coverage
Outlets at the gate
USB-A is at most gate seat positions in Concourses A, B, and C; illuminated charging kiosk towers were added to Concourses B and C during 2023 upgrades; Concourse A has standard outlets at most window-counter seats.
Most gatesUSB-C availableUSB-A available
Best charging spots
These are the most reliable places to charge at Chicago Midway International Airport:
- Concourse B near gates B5–B15 (Southwest main cluster) — best charging density at MDW
- Concourse C food area near gates C1–C10 — USB-C kiosk towers installed 2023
- Central hub food court between Concourses A and B — outlet strips on every table
Dedicated charging stations
Illuminated kiosk towers with USB-A, USB-C, and standard outlets are near major food vendors post-security in all three concourses.
Bring your own charging cable — dedicated kiosk stations at US airports provide the power outlet but not the cable. USB-A, USB-C, and standard 120 V outlets are the most common configurations.
Pro Tip
MDW is a compact single-terminal airport — the central food court between Concourses A and B has outlet strips on every table and is rarely fully occupied even on Southwest's busiest travel days.
Frequently asked questions
Does MDW airport have USB-C charging?
USB-C charging ports are available at MDW. USB-A is at most gate seat positions in Concourses A, B, and C; illuminated charging kiosk towers were added to Concourses B and C during 2023 upgrades; Concourse A has standard outlets at most window-counter seats.
Are charging stations free at MDW?
Yes — charging at MDW airport is free. Gate-area outlets, USB hubs, and dedicated charging kiosks throughout the terminal are all available at no cost. Bring your own cable; cables are not provided.
Which terminal has the most charging at MDW?
Illuminated kiosk towers with USB-A, USB-C, and standard outlets are near major food vendors post-security in all three concourses.
Can I charge my laptop at MDW airport?
Yes — MDW has standard 120 V US outlets at gate seating areas and dedicated charging stations, suitable for laptop charging. USB-A is at most gate seat positions in Concourses A, B, and C; illuminated charging kiosk towers were added to Concourses B and C during 2023 upgrades; Concourse A has standard outlets at most window-counter seats. Bring your own power adapter; most charging stations do not supply cables.
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