Chicago to Cincinnati (MDW–LUK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Cincinnati
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 255 mi 0h 42m nonstop +1h ahead 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and LUK, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to LUK.
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One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
CMH ~3h 1m IND ~3h 1m PIT ~3h 27m CLE ~3h 54m RDU ~4h 16m
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MDW → LUK
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Return
LUK → MDW
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MDW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Cincinnati is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
MDW: CDT · LUK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Cincinnati.
Distance & Flight Time
255 mi / 411 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 42m.
Facts

MDW–LUK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Cincinnati route.
Route details
Distance255 mi / 411 km
Flight time0h 42m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: LUK
Full nameCincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field
IATA / ICAOLUK / KLUK
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Elevation483 ft / 147 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to LUK flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field take approximately 0h 42m. The route covers 255 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to LUK.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CMH, IND, PIT, CLE, RDU, IAD, CLT, BWI, DAL, MSP, BNA, CHO, BHM, JAX, BOS, HOU, IAH, AUS, EGE, FLL, BDL, DFW, MIA, BZN, PBI, SLC, PIE, PHX, SNA, TUS, SJC and MRY. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cincinnati is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
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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 LUK

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field (LUK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to LUK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to LUK ranges from 0 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 255 miles (411 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CMH.