Chicago to Brainerd (MDW–BRD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Brainerd
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
449 mi 1 1-stop hubs

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to BRD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~15h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
MSP ~15h 49m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
67
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 → BRD
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
84%
Return
BRD → MDW
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
93%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MDW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Brainerd is 0 hours the same as Chicago.
MDW: CDT · BRD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Brainerd.
Distance & Flight Time
449 mi / 723 km
Facts

MDW–BRD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Brainerd route.
Route details
Distance449 mi / 723 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: BRD
Full nameBrainerd Lakes Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOBRD / KBRD
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation1,232 ft / 376 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to BRD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via MSP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.