Chicago to London, Essex (MDW–STN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to London, Essex
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 3,958 mi 3h 52m nonstop +5h ahead 7 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and STN, connecting options are available through 7 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to STN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
BED ~7h 19m TEB ~8h 25m YYZ ~9h 6m CVG ~9h 20m EWR ~9h 37m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
223
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MDW → STN
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
STN → MDW
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
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
+5h
London, Essex is 5 hours ahead of Chicago.
MDW: CDT · STN: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 11:00 PM in London, Essex.
Distance & Flight Time
3,958 mi / 6,370 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 52m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

MDW–STN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to London, Essex route.
Route details
Distance3,958 mi / 6,370 km
Flight time3h 52m
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections7 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: STN
Full nameLondon Stansted Airport
IATA / ICAOSTN / EGSS
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation348 ft / 106 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to STN flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to London Stansted Airport take approximately 3h 52m. The route covers 3,958 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to STN.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BED, TEB, YYZ, CVG, EWR, SFO and SJC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London, Essex is 5 hours ahead of Chicago.
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 STN

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to STN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to STN ranges from 3 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,958 miles (6,370 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via BED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.