Rochester to Chicago (RST–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rochester to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 282 mi 1h 8m nonstop 39 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RST and MDW, connecting options are available through 39 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RST to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
39
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~18h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
153
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 Rochester

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric RST→MDW MSP→MDW CID→MDW
Distance from RST – 76 mi 145 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 12 2
Weekly flights 1 83 1
Flight time 1h 8m 0h 50m 0h 51m
Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago flights · Cedar Rapids (CID) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of RST with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Rochester.
RST: CDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rochester, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
282 mi / 453 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 8m.
Facts

RST–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rochester to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance282 mi / 453 km
Flight time1h 8m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 2 return
1-stop connections39 hubs
Origin: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 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 RST to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Rochester International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take approximately 1h 8m. The route covers 282 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RST to MDW. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKT, MKE, DSM, YIP, IND, TUL, CMH, CAK, GRR, MEM, OKC, BNA, EWR, BHM, CLT, YYZ, ATL, DCA, LGA, HOU, JAC, AUS, DFW, DAL, RSW, SRQ, SAT, TPA, SLC, PGD, PBI, SCF, MIA, VNY, LAS, NAS, SAN, ORD and MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MDW to RST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MSP and CID. 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 RST to MDW

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

RST to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RST to MDW ranges from 1 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 282 miles (453 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MKT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP) and Cedar Rapids (CID).