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$80+ 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 6/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MDW
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Midway

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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$116
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$80
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$284

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/309:25 amLAS - MDW
Nonstop3h 35mFrontier
Mon 6/26:25 amMDW - LAS
Nonstop3h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$116
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:15 amLAX - MDW
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Wed 5/142:12 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:54 pmSAN - MDW
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Mon 5/56:15 amMDW - SAN
1 stop19h 43mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/217:30 amLAS - MDW
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Wed 5/289:25 pmMDW - LAS
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/256:15 amSFO - MDW
1 stop12h 38mFrontier
Sat 5/312:44 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/36:35 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Tue 6/105:25 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/45:20 pmLAX - MDW
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 6/119:30 pmMDW - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$221
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:15 pmONT - MDW
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Mon 5/198:03 pmMDW - ONT
1 stop5h 56mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/45:55 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Sat 6/77:25 amMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/312:55 amLAS - MDW
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Wed 6/41:55 pmMDW - LAS
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/30$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/304:55 pmONT - MDW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Fri 6/612:35 pmMDW - ONT
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/112:13 pmSJC - MDW
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Mon 6/96:25 amMDW - SJC
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$238

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chicago Midway Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Midway

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/30

9:25 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/1

6:25 am-8:24 am

Nonstop3h 59m

$116

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

6:15 am-7:08 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/14

2:12 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$178

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Fri 5/30

7:19 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop23h 34m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/2

6:25 am-6:16 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$201

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

7:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

9:25 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$209

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-8:53 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

2:44 pm-12:09 am

1 stop11h 25m

$210

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

6:35 pm-5:20 am

1 stop8h 45m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/10

5:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$216

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

5:20 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/11

9:30 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$221

OntarioChicago

ONT - MDW

ONTMDW

Ontario

Thu 5/15

10:15 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop14h 33m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/19

8:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$235

Las VegasChicago

LAS - MDW

LASMDW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/3

12:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/4

1:55 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$237

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Wed 6/4

5:55 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/7

7:25 am-9:40 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$237

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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 $160). Flying from California to Chicago Midway Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Chicago Midway Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Chicago Midway Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Midway. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MDW are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Midway by month

Plan your trip to Midway by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago Midway Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago Midway Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Midway by month

Plan your trip to Midway by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago Midway Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Midway

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Midway. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Midway. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Allegiant Air from California to Chicago. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, 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 San Francisco - Chicago Midway, Los Angeles - Chicago Midway and Ontario - 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 $318, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago Midway), is priced around $216.

  • 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 $160). Flying from California to Chicago Midway Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Midway

Discover the top 7 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$77Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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