Los Angeles to Chicago (LAX–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–MDW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and BBQ lead the route. The flight covers 1,747 miles in approximately 3h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 106 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 48 | 737, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 3h42-4h18 | – | – | |
| BBQ BBQ | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→MDW | LGB→MDW | BUR→MDW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 17 mi | 18 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 48 | 12 | 13 |
| Flight time | 3h 42m | 3h 50m | 3h 43m |
| Departure OTP | 94% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 8:00 PM in Chicago.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to MDW
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from BBQ and Southwest Airlines. With 48 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to MDW ranges from 3 hours 42 minutes to 4 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,747 miles (2,812 km). There are approximately 48 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 97 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
106 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Long Beach (LGB), Burbank (BUR) and Santa Ana (SNA).