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Cheapest round-trip
$286
Typical prices: $318-$517
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Sat 10/13Sat 10/20
SAT - MDW • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$301
Typical prices: $339-$529
Southwest
Mon 10/29Mon 11/5
SAT - MDW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 37m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $277 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Midway (SAT-MDW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Midway

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
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2:50 pm - 8:40 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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10:10 am - 3:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
5h 40m2 stops Tulsa Houston Hobby
$288Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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2:50 pm - 8:40 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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10:10 am - 3:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
5h 40m2 stops Tulsa Houston Hobby
$288Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:15 am - 12:40 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 25m1 stop Houston Hobby
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7:55 am - 4:45 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
8h 50m2 stops Louisville Intl Orlando
$288Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
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12:55 pm - 7:25 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 30m2 stops Dallas Love Field Kansas City
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10:10 am - 3:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
5h 40m2 stops Memphis Houston Hobby
$293Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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12:55 pm - 7:25 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 30m2 stops Dallas Love Field Kansas City
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10:10 am - 3:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
5h 40m2 stops Memphis Houston Hobby
$293Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:35 pm - 5:15 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 40mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 12:25 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
2h 55mnonstop
$301Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:55 am - 11:35 amSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 40mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 11:35 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
2h 50mnonstop
$304Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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11:20 am - 5:55 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
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9:30 pm - 12:25 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
2h 55mnonstop
$311Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:16 am - 12:05 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:14 pm - 12:36 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
7h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$385Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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4:32 pm - 10:33 pmSAT  San Antonio-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:19 pm - 11:26 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAT San Antonio
7h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$385Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport start at $286. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $318 to $517. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $286 on Southwest.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport at $295 round-trip.
  • November ($486) and December ($425) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% 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 San Antonio to Midway

 
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.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAT

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$131
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
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Your San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between San Antonio and Chicago Midway Airport.

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

    Flights from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

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

    • 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 San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $277 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $398 for nonstop.

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

    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 San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 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 San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $367 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $425, a difference of $58. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:37 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:30 pm and lands at 7:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 37m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 79% above the route average of $385. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport takes 2h 37m, covering 1,036 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Antonio 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 San Antonio 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 $286 to $1,479. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $137, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 57m, compared with 8h 38m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 21h 48m via Orlando (MCO).

  • 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 San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport range from $318 to $517, with an average of $385 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking San Antonio 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 Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $367 - about $58 less than Tuesday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to Chicago Midway Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $295 round-trip in that month - typically $191 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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 $277 round-trip on this route - about $121 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

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