Missoula to Chicago (MSO–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Missoula to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,342 mi 2h 52m nonstop +1h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSO and MDW, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSO to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
683
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Missoula

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric MSO→MDW FCA→MDW BZN→MDW
Distance from MSO – 97 mi 161 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 1 – –
Flight time 2h 52m – 2h 17m
Kalispell (FCA) to Chicago flights · Bozeman (BZN) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of MSO 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 ahead of Missoula.
MSO: MDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Missoula, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,342 mi / 2,159 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 52m.
Facts

MSO–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Missoula to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,342 mi / 2,159 km
Flight time2h 52m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: MSO
Full nameMissoula Montana Airport
IATA / ICAOMSO / KMSO
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr1.0M
Elevation3,206 ft / 977 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 MSO to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Missoula Montana Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 2h 52m. The route covers 1,342 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MSO to MDW. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ORD, BOI, SJC, SNA, BUR, PVD, DFW, LAS, DEN, SFO, PDX, SEA, SLC, MSP and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Missoula.
Yes, return flights from MDW to MSO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FCA and BZN. 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 MSO to MDW

Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MSO to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSO to MDW ranges from 2 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,342 miles (2,159 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via ORD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kalispell (FCA) and Bozeman (BZN).