Raleigh-durham to Chicago flights
Direct and connecting flights from Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Raleigh-durham to Chicago take?
Flight time from Raleigh-durham (RDU) to Chicago (MDW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Raleigh-durham to Chicago?
Airline availability for RDU to MDW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Raleigh-durham to Chicago?
Direct (nonstop) availability on RDU to MDW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Southwest Airlines5-yr attributed events: 40Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning RDU → MDW
RDU to MDW is a short-haul route of 1,016 km (631 mi). See the return MDW → RDU route.
Alternative airports near Raleigh-durham: Fort Bragg (POB) — 81 km, Rocky Mount (RWI) — 81 km, Fredericksburg (FBG) — 84 km.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago (CGX) — 14 km, Chicago (ORD) — 25 km, Gary (GYY) — 34 km.