Chicago to Columbia (MDW–CAE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Columbia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
651 mi 1h 39m nonstop +1h ahead 41 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and CAE, connecting options are available through 41 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to CAE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
41
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
797
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 Columbia from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Metric MDW→CAE ORD→CAE
Distance from MDW – 15 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5
Weekly flights 0 92
Flight time 1h 39m 1h 20m
Departure OTP 44% –
Chicago (ORD) to Columbia flights
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
MDW: CDT · CAE: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Columbia.
Distance & Flight Time
651 mi / 1,048 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 39m.
Facts

MDW–CAE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Columbia route.
Route details
Distance651 mi / 1,048 km
Flight time1h 39m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections41 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: CAE
Full nameColumbia Metropolitan Airport
IATA / ICAOCAE / KCAE
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr1.3M
Elevation236 ft / 72 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to CAE flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Columbia Metropolitan Airport take approximately 1h 39m. The route covers 651 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TYS, CHA, AIK, CHO, PDK, CHS, YYZ, TEB, CLE, MYR, DAL, MMU, PIE, ORD, SFB, OMA, SUA, JFK, MSP, PBI, MCO, AUS, RSW, OKC, HOU, DEN, PHX, VNY, SLC, SAN, DCA, PHL, EWR, ATL, LGA, CLT, MIA, DFW, FLL, IAD and BIV. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Nearby alternatives include ORD. 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 CAE

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to CAE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to CAE ranges from 1 hours 39 minutes. The route covers a distance of 651 miles (1,048 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD).