Guadalajara to Chicago (GDL–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GDL–MDW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Frontier and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 1,727 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F9 Frontier | 4 | 32N | 3h55 | – | – | – |
| Y4 Volaris | 4 | 32N | 3h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Guadalajara
| Metric | GDL→MDW | AGU→MDW | BJX→MDW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GDL | – | 103 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 14 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 3h 40m | 3h 46m |
Travel Essentials
GDL: CST · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
GDL–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GDL to MDW
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier and Volaris. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GDL to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GDL to MDW ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,727 miles (2,779 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Aguascalientes (AGU), Silao (BJX) and Morelia (MLM).