Smyrna to Chicago (MQY–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Smyrna to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 405 mi 2h 12m nonstop -1h behind 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MQY and MDW, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MQY to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
LIT ~3h 39m BHM ~3h 47m MKE ~3h 55m ORD ~4h 24m CLT ~5h 2m
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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
MQY → MDW
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
Return
MDW → MQY
35%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
35%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MDW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Smyrna

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric MQY→MDW BNA→MDW TYS→MDW
Distance from MQY – 12 mi 142 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 1
Weekly flights 1 85 1
Flight time 2h 12m 1h 35m 1h 15m
Nashville (BNA) to Chicago flights · Knoxville/Maryville (TYS) to Chicago flights · Louisville (SDF) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of MQY with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour behind Smyrna.
MQY: EDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Smyrna, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
405 mi / 651 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 12m.
Facts

MQY–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Smyrna to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance405 mi / 651 km
Flight time2h 12m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: MQY
Full nameSmyrna Airport
IATA / ICAOMQY / KMQY
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Elevation543 ft / 166 m
Destination: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MQY to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Smyrna Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 2h 12m. The route covers 405 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MQY to MDW. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LIT, BHM, MKE, ORD, CLT, NAS, DAL and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Smyrna.
Yes, return flights from MDW to MQY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BNA, TYS and SDF. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 MQY to MDW

Smyrna Airport (MQY) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MQY to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MQY to MDW ranges from 2 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 405 miles (651 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via LIT. Nearby alternative airports include Nashville (BNA), Knoxville/Maryville (TYS) and Louisville (SDF).