Chicago to Newark (MDW–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Frontier and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 709 miles in approximately 1h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 152 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F9 Frontier | 5 | 32N | 2h08 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→EWR | ORD→EWR | MKE→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 13 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 361 | 33 |
| Flight time | 1h 27m | 1h 24m | 2h 19m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
MDW–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to EWR
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Frontier. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MDW to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to EWR ranges from 1 hours 27 minutes to 2 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 709 miles (1,141 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
152 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CGF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Milwaukee (MKE).