Chicago to Charlotte (MDW–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–CLT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 584 miles in approximately 1h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 113 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 28 | 737, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h38-2h | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→CLT | ORD→CLT | SBN→CLT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 301 | 35 |
| Flight time | 1h 38m | 1h 23m | 1h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 33% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Charlotte.
No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.
MDW–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to CLT
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MDW to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to CLT ranges from 1 hours 38 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 584 miles (940 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 58 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
113 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via LUK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), South Bend (SBN) and Milwaukee (MKE).