Chicago to Carlsbad (MDW–CLD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Carlsbad
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,716 mi 3h 37m nonstop -2h behind 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and CLD, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to CLD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
292
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Carlsbad is 2 hours behind Chicago.
MDW: CDT · CLD: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 4:00 PM in Carlsbad.
Distance & Flight Time
1,716 mi / 2,762 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 37m.
Facts

MDW–CLD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Carlsbad route.
Route details
Distance1,716 mi / 2,762 km
Flight time3h 37m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: CLD
Full nameMcClellan-Palomar Airport
IATA / ICAOCLD / KCRQ
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation331 ft / 101 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to CLD flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport take approximately 3h 37m. The route covers 1,716 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to CLD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ABQ, SNA, DAL, VNY, SAT, OMA, PSP, BZN, SLC, MSP, SCF, LAX, MEM, SJC, AUS, PIT, YYZ, HOU, IAD, MRY, RDU, YYC, BNA, CHS, BDL, ATL, PDX, PBI, MIA, FLL, LIR, STT, PHX, DEN, LAS, SFO, OAK and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Carlsbad is 2 hours behind Chicago.
Yes, return flights from CLD to MDW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.

Flights from MDW to CLD

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to CLD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to CLD ranges from 3 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,716 miles (2,762 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ABQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.