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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway

Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago Midway.

Dallas to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$96
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineFrontier Airlines
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway is $96. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway.
Frontier Airlines and Volaris fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway.
As of February 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Chicago Midway is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport on Saturday, 28 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago Midway but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago Midway.

Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport.

  • Dallas and Chicago are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Take your pick of 11 weekly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight available. Frontier Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:19.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your DFW to MDW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Frontier Airlines is your gateway to discovering Chicago (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Frontier Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers DFW to MDW flights.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DFW and MDW:

    • Kansas City International Airport

    • Tulsa International Airport

    • Memphis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Right now, $46 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $96. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DFW to MDW.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DFW to MDW.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • You'll find DFW at International Pkwy.

  • 73.22% of flights taking off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport from central Dallas, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 3 hours 55 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near DFW? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • If you're coming in on a late Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near MDW:

  • Get your adventure underway 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 usual tourist stops.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chicago Midway International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

  • Chicago Midway International Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Chicago in May.

  • The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DFW to MDW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key reasons to visit.

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