Chicago to Decatur (MDW–DEC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Decatur
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
147 mi 23h 28m nonstop 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and DEC, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to DEC.
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One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
126
Candidates
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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.

Other ways to reach Decatur from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Decatur Airport.
Metric MDW→DEC ORD→DEC
Distance from MDW 15 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 25
Flight time 23h 28m 1h 9m
Departure OTP 69%
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Decatur Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Decatur.
Distance & Flight Time
147 mi / 236 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 23h 28m.

MDW–DEC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Decatur route.
Route details
Distance147 mi / 236 km
Flight time23h 28m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: MDW
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: DEC
IATA / ICAODEC / KDEC
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation682 ft / 208 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to DEC flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Decatur Airport take approximately 23h 28m. The route covers 147 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PWK, ORD, SDF, FLL and CMH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DEC to MDW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 DEC

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Decatur Airport (DEC) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to DEC Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to DEC ranges from 23 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 147 miles (236 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via PWK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD).