Chicago to Ottawa (MDW–YOW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Ottawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 652 mi 1h 26m nonstop +1h ahead 23 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and YOW, connecting options are available through 23 hubs.

Also explore MDW Routes YOW Routes MDW Live Flights YOW Live Flights MDW Delays YOW Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to YOW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
YYZ ~3h 42m CHO ~4h 14m SDF ~5h 5m OMA ~5h 17m IAD ~5h 44m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,053
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 → YOW
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Arriving
86%
Return
YOW → MDW
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
82%
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MDW delays → YOW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Ottawa from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Metric MDW→YOW ORD→YOW
Distance from MDW – 15 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 1 43
Flight time 1h 26m 2h 1m
Departure OTP 72% –
Chicago (ORD) to Ottawa flights
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
MDW: CDT · YOW: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Ottawa.
Distance & Flight Time
652 mi / 1,049 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 26m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

MDW–YOW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Ottawa route.
Route details
Distance652 mi / 1,049 km
Flight time1h 26m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: YOW
Full nameOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA / ICAOYOW / CYOW
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to YOW flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport take approximately 1h 26m. The route covers 652 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to YOW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YYZ, CHO, SDF, OMA, IAD, CLT, HOU, YVR, YYC, PLS, EWR, MIA, MCO, DCA, YTZ, FLL, BOS, CUN, TPA, RSW, PHX, PUJ and MBJ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of 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.

Flights from MDW to YOW

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to YOW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to YOW ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 652 miles (1,049 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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