Direct flights from Charlotte to Chicago
15 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from CLT to MDW.
Flight time: about 1h38m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Charlotte local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA3615 | 12:14a | 1h41m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA4878 | 8:01a | 1h23m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA4878 | 8:19a | 1h44m | Tue–Wed |
| Southwest SWA486 | 8:29a | 1h40m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA486 | 9:56a | 1h54m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA4878 | 9:59a | 1h51m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA486 | 10:37a | 1h41m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA5107 | 3:20p | 1h28m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA2721 | 3:33p | 1h31m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA3615 | 6:42p | 1h41m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA3606 | 7:16p | 1h21m | Wed |
| Southwest SWA3615 | 7:16p | 1h29m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA3615 | 7:37p | 1h36m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA3606 | 7:45p | 1h20m | Tue |
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Nonstop from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (MDW)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) has 15 nonstop flights a week to Chicago (MDW), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of CLT and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Charlotte to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (MDW) takes about 1h38m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Charlotte to Chicago?
Driving from Charlotte to Chicago takes about 11h 42m, covering roughly 755 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h38m.