Columbus to Chicago (LCK–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbus to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
287 mi 0h 52m nonstop -1h behind 20 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LCK and MDW, connecting options are available through 20 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LCK to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
339
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 Columbus

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric LCK→MDW CMH→MDW DAY→MDW
Distance from LCK – 13 mi 69 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 1
Weekly flights 0 23 –
Flight time 0h 52m 1h 15m 0h 45m
Columbus (CMH) to Chicago flights · Dayton (DAY) to Chicago flights · Parkersburg (Williamstown) (PKB) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of LCK with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour behind Columbus.
LCK: EDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
287 mi / 461 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 52m.
Facts

LCK–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbus to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance287 mi / 461 km
Flight time0h 52m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: LCK
Full nameRickenbacker International Airport
IATA / ICAOLCK / KLCK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation744 ft / 227 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 LCK to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Rickenbacker International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 0h 52m. The route covers 287 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAY, SUS, ORD, RIC, CLT, MEM, BED, ADS, PIE, JAX, VPS, PBI, EYW, MIA, LAX, PGD, SRQ, FLL, SAV and MYR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Columbus.
Nearby alternatives include CMH, DAY and PKB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 LCK to MDW

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LCK to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LCK to MDW ranges from 0 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 287 miles (461 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via DAY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (CMH), Dayton (DAY) and Parkersburg (Williamstown) (PKB).