Chicago to Denver (MDW–APA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
907 mi 2h 18m nonstop -1h behind 42 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and APA, connecting options are available through 42 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to APA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
42
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
ASE ~4h 33m DSM ~4h 39m MKE ~4h 42m MSP ~4h 43m AUS ~4h 57m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
360
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MDW → APA
32%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
32%
Return
APA → MDW
71%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
71%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MDW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Denver from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Centennial Airport.
Metric MDW→APA MKE→APA
Distance from MDW – 81 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Flight time 2h 18m 2h 27m
Departure OTP 32% –
Milwaukee (MKE) to Denver flights
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Centennial Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Denver is 1 hour behind Chicago.
MDW: CDT · APA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
907 mi / 1,460 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 18m.
Facts

MDW–APA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Denver route.
Route details
Distance907 mi / 1,460 km
Flight time2h 18m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections42 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: APA
Full nameCentennial Airport
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to APA flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Centennial Airport take approximately 2h 18m. The route covers 907 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ASE, DSM, MKE, MSP, AUS, YVR, BZN, MCI, CMH, SAT, PIT, ABQ, BNA, SLC, TUL, YYC, YYZ, HOU, SCF, IAH, YOW, PHX, DCA, SAV, IAD, VNY, MSY, SNA, MCO, BOS, TPA, OAK, FLL, PBI, SRQ, LAX, SFO, MIA, SEA, PIE, DAL and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 1 hour behind Chicago.
Yes, return flights from APA to MDW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MKE. 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 MDW to APA

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

MDW to APA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to APA ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 907 miles (1,460 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ASE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Milwaukee (MKE).