Galveston to Chicago (GLS–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Galveston to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
952 mi 2h 20m nonstop 1 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between GLS and MDW, connecting options are available through 1 hub.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GLS to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~4h
Longest
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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 Galveston

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric GLS→MDW HOU→MDW IAH→MDW
Distance from GLS – 36 mi 57 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 3
Weekly flights 0 35 –
Flight time 2h 20m 2h 25m 2h 32m
Houston (HOU) to Chicago flights · Houston (IAH) to Chicago flights · Lake Charles (LCH) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of GLS 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 Galveston.
GLS: CDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Galveston, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
952 mi / 1,532 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m.
Facts

GLS–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Galveston to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance952 mi / 1,532 km
Flight time2h 20m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: GLS
Full nameScholes International At Galveston Airport
IATA / ICAOGLS / KGLS
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation6 ft / 2 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 GLS to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Scholes International At Galveston Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 2h 20m. The route covers 952 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MDW to GLS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HOU, IAH and LCH. 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 GLS to MDW

Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

GLS to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GLS to MDW ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 952 miles (1,532 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAL. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Houston (IAH) and Lake Charles (LCH).