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MSP–MDW · Nonstop
Minneapolis (Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport) to Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport).
The estimated flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (MDW) is about 1h 18m, covering 348 miles. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly the route nonstop with 8-9/day departures, from 05:00 to 23:06 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 18m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 348 mi | Nonstop | 8-9/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Minneapolis to Chicago
Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate 8-9/day flights from MSP to MDW. Departures leave from Terminals 2 and 1 at MSP.
- First departure
- 05:00
- Last departure
- 23:06
- Cadence
- ~hourly
- Scheduled departure times
- 23
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 4-5/day | Boeing 737 · Terminal 2 · Seat map | 05:00 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
MDW to MSP flights — 7-8/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for MSP, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 57 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Chicago?
The estimated flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (MDW) is about 1h 18m, based on the 348-mile flying distance.
How far is Minneapolis from Chicago?
Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (MDW) is about 348 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Yes. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly nonstop from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (MDW), with 8-9/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?
Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly nonstop from Minneapolis (MSP) to Chicago (MDW).
What aircraft fly from Minneapolis to Chicago?
The MSP–MDW route is flown with Boeing 737, Boeing 757, Bombardier CRJ.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Chicago
- ORD - ChicagoChicago O'Hare International Airport · 15 mi from MDWFlights to ORD
- MKE - MilwaukeeGeneral Mitchell International Airport · 81 mi from MDWFlights to MKE