Columbus to Chicago (OSU–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbus to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 271 mi 0h 53m nonstop -1h behind 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between OSU and MDW, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OSU to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
MKE ~3h 14m CLT ~4h 20m LNS ~4h 35m PIE ~5h 58m RSW ~6h 49m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2
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
OSU → MDW
20%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
20%
Return
MDW → OSU
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
40%
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 Columbus

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric OSU→MDW CMH→MDW LCK→MDW
Distance from OSU – 11 mi 20 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 1 36 1
Flight time 0h 53m 0h 52m 0h 52m
Columbus (CMH) to Chicago flights · Columbus (LCK) to Chicago flights · Dayton (DAY) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of OSU 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 Columbus.
OSU: EDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
271 mi / 436 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 53m.
Facts

OSU–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbus to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance271 mi / 436 km
Flight time0h 53m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: OSU
Full nameThe Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
IATA / ICAOOSU / KOSU
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Elevation905 ft / 276 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 OSU to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 0h 53m. The route covers 271 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from OSU to MDW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, CLT, LNS, PIE and RSW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Columbus.
Nearby alternatives include CMH, LCK and DAY. 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 OSU to MDW

The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

OSU to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OSU to MDW ranges from 0 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 271 miles (436 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (CMH), Columbus (LCK) and Dayton (DAY).