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Cheapest round-trip
$180
Typical prices: $153-$342
Frontier
Sun 10/21Thu 10/25
DFW - MDW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$83
Typical prices: $106-$236
Frontier
Mon 10/15
DFW - MDW • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 14m
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Cheapest • 25% average savings
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Most punctual • 75% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $171 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Midway

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Midway

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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12:12 pm - 2:35 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 23mnonstop
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1:12 pm - 3:45 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 33mnonstop
$180Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:12 pm - 2:35 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 23mnonstop
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1:12 pm - 3:45 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 33mnonstop
$195Frontier
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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8:54 am - 11:25 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 31mnonstop
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6:42 pm - 7:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
12h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:56 pm - 8:18 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 22mnonstop
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2:04 pm - 12:41 amMDW  Chicago Midway-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
10h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$208Frontier
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7
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8:05 pm - 10:20 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 15mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:15 amMDW  Chicago Midway-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 15mnonstop
$233Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
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8:05 pm - 10:20 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 15mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 5:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 15mnonstop
$233Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:15 am - 9:30 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 15mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 5:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 15mnonstop
$233Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:30 am - 11:54 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:09 pm - 12:22 amMDW  Chicago Midway-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$253Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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11:30 am - 4:14 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:29 am - 2:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
4h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$253Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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3:59 pm - 10:44 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:59 am - 6:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-DAL Dallas Love Field
7h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport start at $180. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $153 to $342. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $180 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport at $156 round-trip.
  • June ($303) and July ($300) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dallas to Midway

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

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

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.

Key details for Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$83
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
Flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago Midway Airport

When to book flights from Dallas to Midway

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Your Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dallas and Chicago Midway Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport may depart from several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Flights usually arrive at Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $171 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $236 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    One-stop flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $224 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $308, a difference of $84. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    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 Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 33 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 12%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago Midway Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago Midway Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago Midway Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:01 am and lands at 7:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 1:09 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 14m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 30% above the route average of $235. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport takes 2h 14m, covering 795 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport 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 $180 to $1,582. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $114, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Frontier’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights?

    Frontier is the only airline operating Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights. 75% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 40m, compared with 5h 37m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 6h 00m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

    Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

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

    Round-trip flights from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport range from $153 to $342, with an average of $235 over the past 12 months. Anything below $153 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $224 - about $84 less than Sunday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $156 round-trip in that month - typically $147 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $171 round-trip on this route - about $65 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 Chicago Midway Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    - Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    - Skylark Motel

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Chicago Midway Airport?

 
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Direct departures

Dallas to Chicago Midway

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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Direct returns

Chicago Midway to Dallas

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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