Skip to flight results
Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:08:40

Detroit (DTW) to Chicago (MDW) Flights

Compare flights from Detroit to Chicago, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
Get the latest collected flight schedules, prices, and route information all in one place.
DTW········· ·········MDW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County AirportChicago Midway International Airport
Distance
227 miles
Flight time
1h 18m
Time difference
MDW is 1h behind
Departure date
Return date

Flights from Detroit to Chicago

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

Transfers
Airlines
Airline allianceAirlines
Departure / arrival
Departure time (local time)Arrival time (local time)
Airport
Departure airports
Arrival airports
Collected nonstop flight records from DTW to MDW on 2026-10-31
09:10DTWEDT UTC−41h 10m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
09:20MDWCDT UTC−5$249.00One-way
Flight details
09:10DTWEDT UTC−41h 22m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
09:32MDWCDT UTC−5$249.00One-way
Flight details
12:28DTWEDT UTC−41h 19m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
12:47MDWCDT UTC−5$249.00One-way
Flight details
14:35DTWEDT UTC−41h 10m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
14:45MDWCDT UTC−5$249.00One-way
Flight details
17:40DTWEDT UTC−41h 20m
····· ✈ ·····
Nonstop
18:00MDWCDT UTC−5$249.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Detroit (DTW) to Chicago (MDW) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Detroit (DTW), Michigan, to Chicago (MDW), Illinois, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 227 miles.

Departure
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · Michigan, United States · 42° 12' 50" N 83° 21' 14" W
Flight route
227 miles · 1h 18m
Direction
264.02° (W)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 42.02088, longitude -85.56049, approximately 113.88 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
227.8 miles
Driving route
258 miles · 5 hr 11 min
Time difference
MDW is 1h behind
Destination
Chicago Midway International Airport · Illinois, United States · 41° 47' 10" N 87° 45' 09" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
227 miles
Average flight time
1h 18m
Time difference
MDW is 1h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Detroit to Chicago is 264.02°, and the compass direction is W.

Airport information

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit, Michigan, United States
42° 12' 50" N, 83° 21' 14" W
Elevation: 645 ft (197 m)
Time zone: EDT UTC−4
View airport details

What's the weather like in Detroit and Chicago?

Temperature unit:

DTW · Detroit

64°FSunnyFeels like 63°F
Humidity
68%
Wind
5 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MDW · Chicago

53°FSunnyFeels like 51°F
Humidity
85%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2875°F | 52°FMainly clear
Thu, Oct 2967°F | 51°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3060°F | 53°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3163°F | 53°FDense drizzle
Sun, Nov 160°F | 56°FModerate drizzle

Popular airlines from Detroit to Chicago

Popular airports near Detroit

Popular airports near Chicago

Everything you need to know for your flight from Detroit to Chicago

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Sep is lowest at USD 197. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 245, the difference is USD 48. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 94 on 2026-11-17, USD 155 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 249 on 2026-10-31 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.