ChicagoWashingtonDirect FlightsMDW–DCA
Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport) to Washington (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport).
Flight time from MDW to DCA is estimated at about 1h 49m, based on the 599-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 6-7/day across 1 captured airline, with Southwest Airlines appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 05:40 to 20:55 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Captured freq. | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 49m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 599 mi | 6-7/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Captured airlines for MDW to DCA
Our current provider sample includes 6-7/day from MDW to DCA across 1 captured airline.
- First departure
- 05:40
- Last departure
- 20:55
- Cadence
- ~hourly
- Captured departures/day
- 21
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 6-7/day | Boeing 737 · Seat map | 05:4005:5506:00 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
DCA to MDW flights — 5-6/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for MDW to DCA, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 44 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from great-circle distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average. Provider coverage can miss operators on some routes, so confirm live timetables before booking.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from MDW to DCA?
The MDW to DCA flight time is estimated at about 1h 49m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is MDW from DCA?
MDW to DCA is about 599 miles by air.
Which airlines fly from MDW to DCA?
Our current provider sample for MDW to DCA includes Southwest Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from MDW to DCA?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for MDW to DCA include Boeing 737.