Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, making Chicago one hour behind Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to MDW start from 06:05 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:45 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 12 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CLT to MDW flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Among carriers operating CLT to MDW flights, Southwest Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and MDW:
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight is P4,896. A return plane ticket right now is P9,478. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from CLT to MDW by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
77.67% of flights leaving from Charlotte Douglas International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 4 hours 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CLT:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
If you're landing on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MDW:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Chicago Midway International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you want to visit Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CLT to MDW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.