Chicago to Rochester (MDW–RST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Rochester
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 282 mi 0h 46m nonstop 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and RST, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to RST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
152
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Rochester from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Rochester International Airport.
Metric MDW→RST ORD→RST MKE→RST
Distance from MDW – 15 mi 81 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 1
Weekly flights 2 100 –
Flight time 0h 46m 1h 24m 0h 50m
Departure OTP 82% – –
Chicago (ORD) to Rochester flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Rochester flights
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Rochester International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Rochester is 0 hours the same as Chicago.
MDW: CDT · RST: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Rochester.
Distance & Flight Time
282 mi / 453 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 46m to 0h 51m.
Facts

MDW–RST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Rochester route.
Route details
Distance282 mi / 453 km
Flight time0h 46m to 0h 51m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 1 return
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to RST flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Rochester International Airport take approximately 0h 46m to 0h 51m. The route covers 282 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from MDW to RST. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, FCM, FSD, OMA, ORD, TYS, CLE, YYZ, TUL, IND, YOW, IAD, BHM, STL, SAT, AUS, BNA, YWG, DCA, RIC, LGA, CLT, PWA, HOU, PIE, FXE, YYC, TPA, MCO, PBI, FLL, PGD, SAV, PHX, SNA, SJC, BUR and MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from RST to MDW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD and MKE. 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.

Flights from MDW to RST

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Rochester International Airport (RST) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to RST Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to RST ranges from 0 hours 46 minutes to 0 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 282 miles (453 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Milwaukee (MKE).