MDW
Chicago
United States
2,320 km
1,442 miles
PHX
Phoenix
United States
Distance
2,320 km
1,442 mi / 1,253 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
254°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

MDW PHX
Airport Name Chicago Midway International Airport Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA Code MDW PHX
ICAO Code KMDW KPHX
City Chicago Phoenix
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Phoenix
Elevation 620 ft 1,135 ft
Coordinates 41.790000, -87.750000 33.430000, -112.010000

Chicago (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 2,320 kilometers (1,442 miles / 1,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 02:14 in Chicago, it's 01:14 in Phoenix.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago (MDW) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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