Direct flights from Memphis to Chicago
15 nonstop flights a week on 2 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from MEM to MDW.
Flight time: about 1h16m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Memphis local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA2851 | 5:20a | 1h15m | Mon, Thu, Sat |
| Southwest SWA2851 | 5:40a | 1h17m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA2851 | 5:51a | 1h10m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA2851 | 6:10a | 1h16m | Tue–Wed |
| Allegiant AAY4416 | 10:49a | 1h8m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA4769 | 1:03p | 1h11m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA4662 | 2:57p | 1h19m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA4662 | 3:35p | 1h21m | Tue |
| Southwest SWA22 | 3:43p | 1h14m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA4662 | 4:20p | 1h37m | Wed |
| Southwest SWA22 | 5:09p | 1h22m | Mon, Thu |
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Nonstop from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago (MDW)
Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM) has 15 nonstop flights a week to Chicago (MDW), operated by Allegiant and Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MEM 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 Memphis to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago (MDW) takes about 1h16m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Memphis to Chicago?
Driving from Memphis to Chicago takes about 7h 55m, covering roughly 534 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h16m.