Houston to Chicago (DWH–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
919 mi 2h 13m nonstop 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DWH and MDW, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWH to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
0
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric DWH→MDW IAH→MDW HOU→MDW
Distance from DWH – 14 mi 33 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 5
Weekly flights 0 – 35
Flight time 2h 13m 2h 32m 2h 25m
Houston (IAH) to Chicago flights · Houston (HOU) to Chicago flights · College Station (CLL) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of DWH with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Houston.
DWH: CDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
919 mi / 1,479 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 13m.
Facts

DWH–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance919 mi / 1,479 km
Flight time2h 13m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: DWH
Full nameDavid Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport
IATA / ICAODWH / KDWH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation152 ft / 46 m
Destination: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DWH to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 2h 13m. The route covers 919 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, MSY, PDK, DFW, DAL, CMH, ATL, CLT, SAV, JAX, IAD, RDU, TPA, BWI, PBI, FLL, GCM, MIA, PSP, SLC, BOS, SNA, LAS and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MDW to DWH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include IAH, HOU and CLL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DWH to MDW

David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DWH to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWH to MDW ranges from 2 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 919 miles (1,479 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH), Houston (HOU) and College Station (CLL).