Flights from Los Angeles Airport LAX to Chicago Airport MDW

Q: How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago to take?

The flight from Los Angeles to Chicago takes4 Hours 7 Minutes.

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Direct flights to Midway from Los Angeles International are only offered by Southwest Airlines as this route is in low demand, so the options are limited. If this route is not ideal, the only other option is to get a flight with a stop over. The flight time is approximately 4 Hours 7 Minutes.

The cost of the flights varies significantly so we can’t provide you an estimate. Prices can be 50% cheaper if you book more than a month in advance. The cheapest flights available will generally be mid week or late in the evening, so if you are on a budget then these are the flight times you should consider. Alternatively, you could book well in advance and you flight could be up to 50% cheaper, especially with budget airliners. If it is possible, you should book your flights 2 or more months in advance as ticket prices will be substantially lower.

When arriving at Midway don’t forget to set your watch to the local time!

If you are planning a trip to Midway Airport from Los Angeles International Airport you can pre-arrange short or long term parking at Los Angeles International Airport.

If you chose to rent a car at Midway Airport and need to return it, find the nearest fuel station along your route to Midway Airport in order to avoid incurring additional cost when you return your vehicle.

We suggest pre-booking your transport to Los Angeles International Airport. The following options are available:

Ensure your arrival at Midway Airport is as smooth as possible by pre-booking your transport - which in many cases will also save you money:

Find hotels close to Midway Airport many hotels offer airport transfers directly from the airport to your hotel.

Below you will see all the airlines that fly from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Midway (MDW) and the number of flights they operate each day.

Flights Chart

Airliner	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa	Su	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
Southwest Airlines	3	3	3	3	4	4	4	05:35	18:50	VIEW FLIGHTS

Southwest Airlines offer the highest number of flights for this route with departures times between 05:35 and 18:50.

You can find the latest flight availability and prices from Southwest Airlines at www.southwest.com/?ref=southwestairlines.com. You can also book direct and get their latest discounts.

Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.

Flights Time In WeekDays

Day

Flight Times

Flights

Monday

05:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN651

11:15

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN1966

16:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

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Tuesday

05:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN651

11:15

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN1966

16:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

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Wednesday

05:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN651

11:15

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN1966

16:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

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Thursday

05:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN651

11:15

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN1966

16:35

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

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Friday

06:00

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN468

11:00

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN1966

13:20

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN2749

18:50

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

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Saturday

00:50

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

06:10

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN468

11:15

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN3199

15:20

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN2461

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Sunday

06:00

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN468

11:00

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN1966

13:20

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN2749

18:50

Airline	Flight No
Southwest Airlines	WN712

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Other routes are also possible. Flying from a different airport may offer more convenient flight times, so below we have we have put a list of other routes that may well be suitable.

Alternative Direct Routes

Route	Stops	Distance	Flying Time
Burbank to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 6 Minutes
Carlsbad Mc Clellan Palomar to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 3 Minutes
Long Beach to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 6 Minutes
Ontario to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 2 Minutes
San Diego to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 4 Minutes
Santa Ana John Wayne to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 5 Minutes
Los Angeles Van Nuys to Chicago Midway	0		4 Hours 7 Minutes

Before you start your journey remember to check you have all your documents; in particular, your passport and flight tickets. You will be surprised at the amount of people of forget these!

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Flight Price FAQ - Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (MDW)

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What is the cheapest direct flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW?

The cheapest direct flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW is £71.96 ($90 €86.60)

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What is the cheapest direct return flight from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW?

The cheapest direct return flight from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW is £127.13 ($159 €152)

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What is the cheapest flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW?

The cheapest flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW is £42.38 ($53 €50)

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What is the cheapest return flight from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW?

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles LAX to Chicago MDW is £85.55 ($107 €102.96)

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Flight Info FAQ - Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (MDW)

Who flies from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The following airlines fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (MDW): Southwest Airlines.

How far is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The flight from Los Angeles to Chicago is 2,811KM or 1,747 miles.

How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago to take?

The flight from Los Angeles to Chicago takes 4 Hours 7 Minutes.

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