Travelling from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Detroit.
Flights from DTW to MDW start from 06:30 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:30 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 32 weekly Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DTW to MDW flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Delta is your gateway to exploring Chicago (and perhaps some other great corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport offered by this popular airline.
Delta has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 78.55% of services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DTW to MDW flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DTW and MDW include:
Pittsburgh International Airport
Port Columbus Airport
Grand Rapids Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight is $135. A return plane ticket is currently $267. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DTW to MDW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DTW to MDW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of the departures from Detroit Wayne County Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DTW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Book a hotel near MDW if you're taking a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chicago Midway Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chicago Midway Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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 about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
When reserving your flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DTW to MDW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
