Chicago to Cabo San Lucas (MDW–CSL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Cabo San Lucas
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,825 mi -2h behind 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and CSL, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to CSL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
Cabo San Lucas is 2 hours behind Chicago.
MDW: CDT · CSL: MST

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 4:00 PM in Cabo San Lucas.
Distance & Flight Time
1,825 mi / 2,937 km
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

MDW–CSL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Cabo San Lucas route.
Route details
Distance1,825 mi / 2,937 km
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: CSL
Full nameCabo San Lucas International Airport
IATA / ICAOCSL / MMSL
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Elevation459 ft / 140 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to CSL flights.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to CSL. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAF, BZN, PSP, YYC, SNA and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cabo San Lucas is 2 hours behind Chicago.
Yes, return flights from CSL 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SAF.