ORD layover per diem (Chicago)
Airline crew · GSA M&IE · FY 2026
O'Hare and Midway layovers typically map to the Chicago GSA locality—often higher M&IE than the Illinois standard rate.
Published GSA M&IE (FY 2026): $92 / day M&IE (Chicago). Multi-day trips may use 75% on the first and last calendar day—see our 75% rule guide .
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Planning aid only · Rates from GSA when synced · Not tax advice · Methodology