Memphis to Chicago (MEM–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEM–MDW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 481 miles in approximately 1h 11m. Beyond nonstop, 69 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 28 | 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h35-1h40 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Memphis
| Metric | MEM→MDW | LIT→MDW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEM | – | 129 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 11m | 1h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 40% | – |
Travel Essentials
MEM: CDT · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Memphis, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
MEM–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEM to MDW
Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEM to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEM to MDW ranges from 1 hours 11 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 481 miles (774 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 57 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
69 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SDF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Little Rock (LIT).