Direct flights from Columbus to Chicago CMH → MDW
Southwest Airlines flies nonstop from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (MDW), several times daily. The flight takes about 1h 5m and covers 282 miles (454 km). Arrivals run on time 76.0% at CMH and 72.8% at MDW — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Schedule data from 25 July 2026.
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Departure Schedule typical week
Typical weekly schedule · 26 flights per week (~4 per day) · Updated 36d ago
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Columbus to Chicago?
Yes, Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chicago (MDW).
Which airlines fly direct from Columbus to Chicago?
Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Columbus to Chicago.
How long is the flight from Columbus to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Columbus to Chicago takes ~1h 5m (approximately 454 km).
How often do direct flights operate from Columbus to Chicago?
Nonstop flights from Columbus to Chicago operate multiple daily — 26 flights per week (~4 per day).
What is the on-time performance for flights from Columbus to Chicago?
Arrivals run on time 76.0% at CMH and 72.8% at MDW — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.
What days of the week are there direct flights from Columbus to Chicago?
Direct flights from Columbus to Chicago operate every day of the week.
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