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$79+ Cheap flights from California to Midway (MDW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MDW
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Midway

Cheapest flights from California to Midway
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Midway. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/271:08 pm
LAS
-
MDW
1 stop24h 11m
Frontier
Mon 3/23:29 pm
MDW
-
LAS
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:36 pm
SAN
-
MDW
1 stop27h 05m
Frontier
Mon 3/23:29 pm
MDW
-
SAN
2 stops32h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2012:59 am
LAS
-
MDW
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Tue 2/246:10 am
MDW
-
LAS
1 stop8h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/275:25 am
LAS
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 25m
Southwest
Tue 3/37:50 pm
MDW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/278:18 pm
SAN
-
MDW
2 stops17h 01m
Frontier
Mon 3/27:25 pm
MDW
-
SAN
1 stop26h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:25 am
SAN
-
MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Tue 3/105:45 am
MDW
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2411:40 pm
LAS
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 25m
Southwest
Tue 3/37:50 pm
MDW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/268:23 pm
LAS
-
MDW
1 stop20h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/79:16 pm
MDW
-
LAS
1 stop22h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/186:20 am
SAN
-
MDW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Sat 2/214:40 pm
MDW
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:05 am
LAS
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 25m
Southwest
Tue 2/247:50 pm
MDW
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2610:12 am
LAS
-
MDW
2 stops10h 17m
Frontier
Mon 3/23:29 pm
MDW
-
LAS
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:36 pm
SAN
-
MDW
1 stop21h 54m
Frontier
Thu 3/55:16 pm
MDW
-
SAN
2 stops32h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$182

Find flight deals from California to Midway

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Midway flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Midway that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chicago Midway Airport that are best for you.

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California

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Midway

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/20

12:59 am-3:19 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

6:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$158

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/27

5:25 am-10:50 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/28

6:05 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$159

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

11:40 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/3

7:50 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$169

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Wed 3/18

6:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/23

8:55 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$177

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:50 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/5

8:55 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$177

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/21

5:05 am-10:30 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

7:50 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$179

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Fri 5/15

10:40 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/20

6:45 am-9:00 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$187

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Sun 3/8

10:40 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/13

8:55 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$187

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Mon 3/2

2:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/5

8:55 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$187

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Thu 4/9

10:40 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

8:45 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from California to Midway

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $110). Flying from California to Chicago Midway Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $207). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MDW?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Midway. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Chicago Midway Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Chicago Midway Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Midway. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Chicago Midway Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Midway. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport?

    For as low as $159, Frontier can have you in Chicago Midway Airport from California in 3h 25m. The distance from California to Chicago Midway Airport is about 1516 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Chicago Midway Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $30. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from California to Chicago Midway Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Chicago Midway Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Chicago Midway Airport are Los Angeles - Chicago Midway, San Francisco - Chicago Midway and Sacramento Intl - Chicago Midway.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport? While on average our users pay $341, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $123. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Chicago Midway), is priced around $178.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Midway that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Midway flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Midway?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Midway.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Midway?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Midway by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $110). Flying from California to Chicago Midway Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $207). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from California to Midway

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Midway. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$104Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$205Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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