Columbus to Chicago (CMH–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CMH–MDW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 282 miles in approximately 0h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 79 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 35 | 737, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h15-1h20 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Columbus
| Metric | CMH→MDW | LCK→MDW | DAY→MDW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CMH | – | 13 mi | 71 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 36 | 1 | 2 |
| Flight time | 0h 52m | 0h 52m | 0h 43m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CMH: EDT · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
CMH–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CMH to MDW
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CMH to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CMH to MDW ranges from 0 hours 52 minutes to 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 282 miles (454 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 44 return, totaling 80 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
79 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (LCK), Dayton (DAY) and Akron (CAK).