Chicago to Atlanta (MDW–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–ATL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 592 miles in approximately 1h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 181 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 30 | 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h50-1h55 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, VS, WS | 28 | 320, 712, 717 | 1h39-2h03 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, VS, WS | |
| F9 Frontier | 21 | 32N, A20N | 2h06-2h15 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Atlanta from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→ATL | ORD→ATL | SBN→ATL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 28 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 172 | 619 | 78 |
| Flight time | 1h 39m | 1h 17m | 1h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Atlanta.
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
MDW–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to ATL
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Frontier and Southwest Airlines. With 172 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MDW to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to ATL ranges from 1 hours 39 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 592 miles (952 km). There are approximately 172 weekly flights outbound and 122 return, totaling 294 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
181 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MGM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), South Bend (SBN) and Milwaukee (MKE).