Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago FLL → MDW

Southwest Airlines flies nonstop from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (MDW), several times daily. The flight takes about 2h 55m and covers 1,169 miles (1,881 km). Arrivals run on time 67.2% at FLL and 72.8% at MDW — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Schedule data from 19 August 2026.

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Departure Schedule typical week

Typical weekly schedule · 38 flights per week (~5 per day) · Updated 12d ago

Southwest Airlines
38 flights per week (~5 per day)
Departs Terminal 1
Daily
05:55 → 07:55 07:10 → 09:10
Sun, Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat
10:15 → 12:15
Sun
10:55 → 12:55 17:35 → 19:45
Mon, Thu, Fri
11:05 → 13:05 17:40 → 19:50
Tue, Wed
12:20 → 14:20 16:55 → 19:00
Sat
14:55 → 16:55
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
18:20 → 20:25

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Yes, Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (MDW).

Which airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago.

How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

The nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago takes ~2h 55m (approximately 1881 km).

How often do direct flights operate from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago operate multiple daily — 38 flights per week (~5 per day).

What is the on-time performance for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Arrivals run on time 67.2% at FLL 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago operate every day of the week.

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