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$81 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Midway (SAN-MDW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Midway that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Midway

Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Oct 4
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7:30 am - 1:30 pmSAN-MDW
4h 00mnonstop
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8:25 am - 10:50 amMDW-SAN
4h 25mnonstop
$161Southwest
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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 17
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6:30 pm - 12:30 amSAN-MDW
4h 00mnonstop
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7:05 pm - 9:20 pmMDW-SAN
4h 15mnonstop
$186Southwest
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Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 24
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4:05 pm - 10:00 pmSAN-MDW
3h 55mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 11:00 pmMDW-SAN
4h 15mnonstop
$199Southwest
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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 17
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4:20 pm - 12:15 amSAN-MDW
5h 55m1 stop
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7:05 pm - 9:20 pmMDW-SAN
4h 15mnonstop
$204Southwest
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
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12:03 pm - 10:38 pmSAN-MDW
8h 35m1 stop
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4:29 pm - 11:50 pmMDW-SAN
9h 21m1 stop
$235Frontier
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Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 2
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12:50 pm - 9:44 pmSAN-MDW
6h 54m1 stop
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10:35 am - 5:28 pmMDW-SAN
8h 53m1 stop
$257Delta
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Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
Delta Logo
10:15 pm - 8:44 amSAN-MDW
8h 29m1 stop
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7:21 pm - 11:29 pmMDW-SAN
6h 08m1 stop
$267Delta
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Wed, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 23
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 5:03 pmSAN-MDW
7h 03m1 stop
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6:02 pm - 10:54 pmMDW-SAN
6h 52m1 stop
$270Frontier
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Tue, Oct 14 - Mon, Nov 17
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 8:45 amSAN-MDW
8h 15m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 6:26 pmMDW-SAN
7h 26m1 stop
$277Delta
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
Frontier Logo
1:05 pm - 10:01 pmSAN-MDW
6h 56m1 stop
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7:56 pm - 11:50 pmMDW-SAN
5h 54m1 stop
$285Frontier
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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to Midway

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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SAN

Security lines at SAN are generally manageable, even during peak times. Expect waits of 30–35 minutes, with shorter times during off-peak hours.

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MDW

The CTA Orange Line offers a direct route from MDW to downtown Chicago, taking about 25-30 minutes to reach The Loop.

Read more about MDWby Stefanie Waldek
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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Midway flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Midway to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Chicago Midway Airport back to San Diego, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport is December, where tickets cost $296 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $456 and $384 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $352, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$81
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

When to book flights from San Diego to Midway

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Midway based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport was $81 for a one-way ticket and $161 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Chicago Midway Airport?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $457 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $320 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago Midway Airport with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and MDW can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago Midway Airport from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $188 or less one-way and $297 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

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Top 3 airlines serving from San Diego to Midway

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4287 reviews
7.1Food
7.6Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025LGB - SMF
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

We had a nice flight. Boarding was easy, our seats were comfortable and the on board service was pleasant.

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

The crew was delayed because they came on another flight that was delayed due to weather 10pm flight left at 1.30 am The airline made no effort to align alternate crew

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Frontier had yet another flight cancellation. Have never made a complete round trip with this airline without at least one leg getting cancelled. Miserable flights - dirty, uncomfortable planes that apparently always have issues since I've had multiple delays and cancellations with them.

Flight was delayed 3 times, would have been nice to have received text message instead of email notifications. Frontier app wasn’t even updated accordingly, no gate number disclosed. No agent at front desk of gate to inform of delay. Very confused and left if the dark

The flight itself was ok and the pilot was very communicative. However, our flight was delayed for almost 3 hours, the gate was changed 3 times and there was no communication as we were waiting. The flight staff was overall a little crabby...I understand as they probably had a long day but we all did.

They changed the timing , first delayed by 4 hours then went back to 40 mins late, we had to run back to airport to not miss our flight. This is ridiculous

No frills for sure. No gate announcements about flight delay, not even water to drink on the flight.

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