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

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Chicago to Rochester
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 282 mi 0h 52m nonstop 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and RST, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to RST.
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One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
166
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 → RST
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
RST → 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 Rochester from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Rochester International Airport.
Metric MDW→RST ORD→RST
Distance from MDW 15 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 41
Flight time 0h 52m 1h 9m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Rochester International Airport.

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 52m.

MDW–RST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Rochester route.
Route details
Distance282 mi / 453 km
Flight time0h 52m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: MDW
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: RST
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to RST flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Rochester International Airport take approximately 0h 52m. The route covers 282 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to RST. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FCM, YYZ, IAD, STL, RIC, BHM, HOU, TPA, MCO, PGD, PBI, FLL, SNA, PIE, 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. 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 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 282 miles (453 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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