Chicago to Long Beach (MDW–LGB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–LGB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,738 miles in approximately 4h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 12 | 737, 738, 7M8, 7S7 | 4h20-4h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Long Beach from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→LGB | ORD→LGB | RFD→LGB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 20m | 4h | 3h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · LGB: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 4:00 PM in Long Beach.
MDW–LGB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to LGB
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Long Beach International Airport (LGB) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MDW to LGB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to LGB ranges from 4 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,738 miles (2,797 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Chicago/Rockford (RFD).