Flying from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Los Angeles is two hours behind Chicago and is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Take your pick of 15 weekly Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 05:05 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your MDW to LAX flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Los Angeles (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this carrier.
Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 73.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MDW to LAX flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between MDW and LAX include:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is Rs27,219. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs54,424. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MDW to LAX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MDW to LAX.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.
76% of flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Chicago Midway Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MDW:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The address for LAX is One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to LAX in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are among its highlights.
