St. Louis to Chicago flights
Direct and connecting flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from St. Louis to Chicago take?
Flight time from St. Louis (STL) 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 St. Louis to Chicago?
Airline availability for STL 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 St. Louis to Chicago?
Direct (nonstop) availability on STL 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 STL → MDW
STL to MDW is a short-haul route of 404 km (251 mi). See the return MDW → STL route.
Alternative airports near St. Louis: Null (SUS) — 26 km, Alton/St Louis (ALN) — 32 km, Belleville (BLV) — 52 km.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago (CGX) — 14 km, Chicago (ORD) — 25 km, Gary (GYY) — 34 km.