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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway

New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York LaGuardia to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago Midway.

New York to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$154
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week49

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway is C$154. 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 27 minutes is the average flight time from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway.
There are 49 flights per week flying from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway Airport on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 27 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 and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago Midway.

Traveling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 28 minutes. The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, making it 1 hour behind New York.

  • There are 35 flights from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport each week. Jump on the 05:10 flight if you want to leave as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from LGA to MDW departs at 21:55.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LGA and MDW include:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Gerald R. Ford International Airport

    • Pittsburgh International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is C$77. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$154. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LGA to MDW.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from LGA to MDW every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport.

Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Traveling from central New York to LaGuardia Airport takes about 58 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 27 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Taking an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGA:

Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

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

  • From Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 46 minutes.

When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Chicago in May.

  • Lock in your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LGA to MDW sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

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