The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States is 2,812 kilometers (1,747 miles / 1,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 23:22 in Los Angeles, it's 01:22 in Chicago.

The return flight from Chicago (MDW) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.