Chicago to Tampa (MDW–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MDW–TPA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 999 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 56 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 2h30-2h40 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→TPA | ORD→TPA | SBN→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 21 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 56 | 234 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 26m | 2h 19m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
MDW–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to TPA
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MDW to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to TPA is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 999 miles (1,607 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 110 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Louisville Muhammad Ali, Nashville and Indianapolis. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), South Bend (SBN) and Milwaukee (MKE).