Shopping
Chicago (MDW) Airport Shopping
Shopping at Chicago Midway International Airport spans convenience staples at Hudson News and tech accessories at InMotion through to local specialty gifts and bookshops. See each section below for exact locations by concourse or terminal.
Duty-free shopping
No significant duty-free at this airport
No duty-free at Midway. MDW serves primarily Southwest Airlines domestic routes with minimal international service — all Chicago international traffic goes through ORD. For duty-free, travelers must use ORD Terminal 5. For duty-free purchases, travelers should plan to shop at an international gateway airport on their route.
Books & magazines
Hudson News at all three concourses (A, B, C). Standard airport book and magazine selection. No independent bookstore chain at MDW. Barbara's Bookstores (found at ORD) does not have a Midway location.
Convenience & travel essentials
Hudson News throughout all three concourses. Chicago-themed souvenirs — Chicago Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Blackhawks merchandise — and Chicago-style food items at select shops. Chicago Mix popcorn variants (similar to Garrett) available at concourse snack shops.
Hudson News is at most gate areas throughout Chicago Midway International Airport — a reliable last-minute stop for charging cables, snacks, OTC medicine, and reading material before any departure.
Tech & electronics
InMotion Entertainment at most gates. Standard tech accessories at InMotion and Hudson locations. No Best Buy Express at MDW.
Best Buy Express kiosks carry Apple accessories, Bose headphones, and phone chargers at most major US airports. InMotion Entertainment is the other key tech stop — open at most gate clusters and stocked with travel-oriented electronics essentials.
Fashion & specialty retail
Chicago sports team merchandise — Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Blackhawks — is well-represented across MDW gift shops. Standard airport convenience retail. No luxury fashion. Chicago-branded apparel is the specialty retail at Midway.
Best shopping area
Concourse B has the strongest retail at MDW for Southwest travelers, with the most concentrated Hudson and InMotion shops. The main terminal area pre-security has a few additional gift shop options. MDW's retail is functional and convenient rather than exceptional.
Pro Tip
MDW gift shops have genuine Chicago sports merchandise — a good place to grab Cubs or Bears gear. For the real Garrett Popcorn Chicago Mix, skip the airport imitations and pick some up at a downtown Chicago location before heading to the airport.
Frequently asked questions
Is there duty-free shopping at MDW airport?
No, Chicago Midway International Airport does not have a significant duty-free operation. No duty-free at Midway. MDW serves primarily Southwest Airlines domestic routes with minimal international service — all Chicago international traffic goes through ORD. For duty-free, travelers must use ORD Terminal 5. For duty-free purchases, travelers in this region should plan to shop at a nearby international gateway airport.
What stores are in MDW airport?
Chicago Midway International Airport has Hudson News book and convenience shops at most gate areas, InMotion Entertainment for tech accessories, and a range of local gift shops. Hudson News throughout all three concourses. Chicago-themed souvenirs — Chicago Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Blackhawks merchandise — and Chicago-style food items at select shops. Chicago Mix popcorn variants (similar to Garrett) available at concourse snack shops. Chicago sports team merchandise — Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Blackhawks — is well-represented across MDW gift shops. Standard airport convenience retail. No luxury fashion. Chicago-branded apparel is the specialty retail at Midway.
Is there a bookstore at MDW airport?
Hudson News at all three concourses (A, B, C). Standard airport book and magazine selection. No independent bookstore chain at MDW. Barbara's Bookstores (found at ORD) does not have a Midway location.
Does MDW airport have an Apple store?
There is no dedicated Apple Store at Chicago Midway International Airport. Best Buy Express kiosks and InMotion Entertainment locations carry Apple accessories including AirPods, Apple Watch bands, MagSafe chargers, and iPhone cases. InMotion Entertainment at most gates. Standard tech accessories at InMotion and Hudson locations. No Best Buy Express at MDW.
See also: Airport lounges at MDW · Restaurants at MDW airport
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