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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Typical prices: $378-$583
Southwest
Tue 1/9Tue 1/16
MDW - RNO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$130
Typical prices: $224-$341
Southwest
Sat 12/8
MDW - RNO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago Midway Airport and Reno. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $483 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Midway to Reno (MDW-RNO)

 

Cheap flights from Midway to Reno with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
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5:55 am - 1:25 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
9h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:35 am - 7:55 pmRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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11:50 am - 5:10 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:00 pm - 10:15 pmRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 15m1 stop San Diego
$260Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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5:55 am - 10:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:35 pm - 5:40 amRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$260Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:45 pm - 9:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:15 pm - 12:10 amRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 55m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$260Southwest
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
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6:10 am - 10:15 amMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:40 pm - 10:45 pmRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
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5:55 am - 1:25 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
9h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:35 am - 7:55 pmRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
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5:55 am - 1:25 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
9h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:40 pm - 7:55 pmRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:00 pm - 6:35 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
8h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:35 pm - 8:50 pmRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
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12:27 pm - 11:59 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
13h 32m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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11:22 pm - 10:37 amRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$299Delta
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
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1:00 pm - 10:08 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-RNO Reno
11h 08m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:50 pm - 9:52 amRNO  Reno-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$299Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno typically range from $378 to $583. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $260, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno at $322 round-trip.
•December ($591) and June ($584) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice for your flight from Midway to Reno

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on MDW

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on RNO

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Key details for Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$130
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 106% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno

When to book flights from Midway to Reno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Midway to Reno based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno takes 00m, covering 1,675 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno range from $378 to $583, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $483 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $517 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    Southwest is the only airline operating Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights. 71% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $260 to $1,738. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $141, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Reno Airport (RNO)?

    Reno Airport (RNO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Rent-A-Wreck

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno usually depart from Chicago Midway (MDW) and arrive at Reno (RNO).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago Midway Airport to Reno route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 05m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno most commonly pass through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 85% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $575, a difference of $167.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago Midway Airport to Reno?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 58m, compared with 6h 35m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago Midway Airport and Reno?

    Reno is 2 hours behind Chicago Midway Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Reno?

    Some of the most popular sights in Reno are Reno-Sparks Convention Center, National Bowling Stadium and Casino at Silver Legacy Resort. These are among the most viewed places in Reno on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago Midway Airport to Reno flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $408, about $167 less than Tuesday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Midway Airport to Reno trip for April. Fares historically average $322 round-trip in that month - typically $269 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $483 round-trip on this route - about $34 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Reno Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Reno
    • SureStay Plus by Best Western Reno Airport
    • Hyatt Place Reno-Tahoe Airport

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