Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to MDW start from 05:35 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:50 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are nine weekly Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CLT to MDW flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CLT to MDW flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CLT and MDW:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight is 90 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 181 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CLT to MDW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CLT to MDW.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights leaving Charlotte Douglas Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CLT:
Arriving at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDW instead:
Grab a Chicago Midway Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chicago Midway Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway Airport to the centre of Chicago has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago Midway Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLT to MDW in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
