Chicago to New York (MDW–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 730 miles in approximately 1h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 135 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→JFK | ORD→JFK | RFD→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 33 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 403 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 44m | 1h 38m | 1h 51m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
MDW–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to JFK
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MDW to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to JFK ranges from 1 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 730 miles (1,174 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
135 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Chicago/Rockford (RFD) and Milwaukee (MKE).