Chicago to Mexico City (MDW–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SAT San Antonio 5h 40m EJAKOWWN AMF9VB San Antonio (SAT) to Mexico City flights
BJX Silao 6h 3m Y4 AFAMG3 Silao (BJX) to Mexico City flights
AUS Austin 6h 10m EJALXJWN AM Austin (AUS) to Mexico City flights
ATL Atlanta 6h 25m AFAMDL AMDLKL Atlanta (ATL) to Mexico City flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 6h 36m F9Y4 AAAMAY Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Mexico City flights
IAH Houston 6h 47m UA AMF9NZ Houston (IAH) to Mexico City flights
CUN Cancún 6h 48m WN AFAMAR Cancún (CUN) to Mexico City flights
TPA Tampa 6h 50m WN AM Tampa (TPA) to Mexico City flights
DGO Durango 7h 2m Y4 AFAMKL Durango (DGO) to Mexico City flights
MCO Orlando 7h 5m WN AMF9WS Orlando (MCO) to Mexico City flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Chicago to Mexico City
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and MEX, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to MEX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
34
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,334
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MDW → MEX
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
87%
Return
MEX → MDW
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MDW delays →

Other ways to reach Mexico City from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport.
Metric MDW→MEX ORD→MEX
Distance from MDW 15 mi
Nonstop airlines 10
Weekly flights 86
Departure OTP 87%
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Mexico City is 1 hour behind Chicago.
MDW: CDT · MEX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Mexico City.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Getting from MEX

Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.

Mexico City Climate

High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.

Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.

MDW–MEX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Mexico City route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MDW
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: MEX
IATA / ICAOMEX / MMMX
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr45.4M
Elevation7,316 ft / 2,230 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to MEX flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include San Antonio, Guanajuato and Austin Bergstrom.
Mexico City is 1 hour behind Chicago.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Antonio, Guanajuato and Austin Bergstrom. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD).