Fort Myers to Chicago (RSW–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RSW–MDW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,107 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 84 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 59 | 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 2h55-3h05 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Fort Myers
| Metric | RSW→MDW | PGD→MDW | SRQ→MDW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RSW | – | 30 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 59 | 5 | 29 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 56m | 2h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RSW: EDT · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Myers, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
RSW–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RSW to MDW
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 59 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RSW to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RSW to MDW ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,107 miles (1,782 km). There are approximately 59 weekly flights outbound and 57 return, totaling 116 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
84 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PIE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Punta Gorda (PGD), Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) and Miami (OPF).