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Recent News About Chicago Department of Aviation
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Viva Aerobus introduces new direct flights from Chicago to Mexico City
Viva, Mexico's ultra-low-cost airline, has announced a new international service linking Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mexico City's Felipe Ángeles International Airport.
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O’Hare International Airport recognized as world's second-busiest for aircraft movements in 2024
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) along with Airports Council International (ACI) World have announced that O’Hare International Airport is ranked as the second-busiest airport globally for aircraft movements in 2024, and the eighth busiest...
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Chicago Department of Aviation hosts annual airport expo and job fair on May 1
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is set to host its Fourth Annual Airport Expo and Job Fair on May 1.
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Chicago airports prepare for surge during Spring Break travel season
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) anticipates more than 3.36 million travelers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports between Thursday, March 20, and Monday, March 31, according to preliminary airline projections.
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Chicago's airports anticipate busiest summer ever in 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) have announced that summer 2025 is set to be a record-breaking season for O’Hare and Midway International Airports.
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O'Hare Airport adds five new local restaurant options
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced the opening of five new restaurants in O’Hare International Airport’s terminal core, featuring local brands. “I’m thrilled to welcome these new local businesses to O’Hare’s world-class concessions...
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Butcher & The Burger opens at O'Hare Airport's Terminal 5
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) today held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Butcher & The Burger in O'Hare International Airport's Terminal 5.
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New Fannie May store opens alongside two Hudson outlets at Midway Airport
Midway Partnership and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) have announced the opening of three new retail locations at Chicago Midway International Airport.
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Chicago airports prepare for surge of holiday travelers
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is preparing to accommodate approximately 3.66 million passengers at O'Hare and Midway International Airports during the holiday season from December 20 to January 2.
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Chicago airports ready for over 1.8 million Thanksgiving travelers
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is preparing to accommodate over 1.8 million travelers at O'Hare and Midway International Airports during the Thanksgiving holiday period from November 26 to December 2.
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Chicago's aviation department expands small business center hours at O'Hare and Midway
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has announced that its Small Business Resource Centers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports are now open five days a week with expanded walk-in hours.
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New parking garage opens at Terminal 5 of O'Hare International Airport
The Chicago Department of Aviation has unveiled a new parking garage at O'Hare International Airport's Terminal 5.
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New concessions open at O'Hare International Airport's Terminal 5
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), in collaboration with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports and its concession partners, marked a significant milestone at O'Hare International Airport's Terminal 5. On Tuesday, ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held to inaugurate four new concessions within the newly expanded and modernized terminal. These openings feature local and minority businesses introducing popular dining destinations, luxury retail options, and an innovative grab-and-go concept.
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Chicago Department of Aviation announces expanded hours for small business resource centers
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has announced expanded business hours for its Small Business Resource Centers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. These centers aim to provide technical assistance to prospective vendors interested in doing business with Chicago’s airports.
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O'Hare named most connected US airport by Official Aviation Guide
CHICAGO – O’Hare International Airport has been named the most-connected airport in the United States by the Official Aviation Guide’s (OAG) 2024 Megahubs Index, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced today. The annual ranking, which assesses global airports based on the strength of their international and domestic flight connections, places O’Hare at #1 in the U.S. and #9 globally.
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Midway Airport reduces terminal garage parking for maintenance starting September 9
CHICAGO — Beginning Monday, Sept. 9, available spaces at Midway International Airport’s Terminal Parking Garage — adjacent to the airport terminal — will be temporarily reduced to accommodate repair and maintenance work.
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O'Hare And Midway expect record passenger numbers this Labor Day weekend
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is set to welcome nearly 1.75 million passengers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports between Thursday, Aug. 29, and Tuesday, Sept. 3, marking an 8.9% increase in traffic compared to 2023.
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Chicago partners with Aria for accessibility services at O'Hare & Midway
Passengers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports who are blind or have low vision can now receive assistance through the Aira app, available at both airports. The app, developed by visual interpreting company Aira, is free for users within the airports, with costs covered by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).
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O'Hare welcomes five new concessions including Publican Quality Bread
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) welcomed five new concessions to Terminal 5 at O’Hare International Airport during a series of grand opening events today. Publican Quality Bread, Six Points Market, Metropolis Coffee Company, InMotion, and BLVD & Branch all bring a variety of food, beverage, and retail options to the airport.
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O'Hare International Airport wins 'Favorite Airport Dining' award for fifth consecutive year
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will accept the award for Favorite Airport Dining from Trazee Travel at the 10th annual Trazees Awards this evening in Nashville, Tenn., CDA Commissioner Jamie L. Rhee announced today. This marks the fifth consecutive year the airport has earned top honors in this category.