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$83+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MDW
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Midway
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Midway. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
jue. 12/2511:00 amSAN - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
dom. 1/118:35 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
mié. 12/245:00 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
dom. 1/118:00 amMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
lun. 12/292:10 pmSAN - MDW
2 stops27h 45mFrontier
mar. 1/62:03 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop24h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
mié. 12/316:20 amSAN - MDW
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
lun. 1/55:30 amMDW - SAN
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/3110:20 pmSAN - MDW
1 stop8h 29mDelta
mar. 1/61:49 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/10$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/306:30 amSAN - MDW
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
lun. 1/53:00 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/2511:00 amSAN - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
sáb. 1/35:15 amMDW - SAN
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
lun. 12/292:10 pmSAN - MDW
1 stop18h 09mFrontier
sáb. 1/106:10 amMDW - SAN
2 stops17h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$265

Find flight deals from San Diego to Midway

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Midway (MDW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$247

Good round-trip deal

$282 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Midway

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

sáb. 1/17

7:25 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/24

8:25 am-11:05 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$157

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

jue. 12/25

11:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

dom. 1/11

8:35 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$187

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

lun. 2/2

6:25 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

jue. 2/5

8:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$197

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

jue. 2/19

6:45 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

dom. 2/22

5:20 am-9:35 am

1 stop6h 15m

$207

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

vie. 1/30

6:25 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

mar. 2/3

7:50 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$212

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

mié. 12/24

5:00 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

dom. 1/11

8:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$227

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

jue. 2/5

11:20 am-7:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago Midway

vie. 2/6

5:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 10m

$236

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

sáb. 2/28

10:05 pm-8:53 am

1 stop8h 48m

Chicago Midway

dom. 3/8

7:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$237

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

mar. 1/13

11:40 am-7:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$88

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

dom. 3/15

10:40 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$89

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Deals found on 12/11

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Midway

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Midway in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chicago Midway Airport flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Chicago Midway Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Chicago Midway Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chicago Midway Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Chicago Midway Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Midway

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Midway. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $110). Flying from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 SAN to MDW?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Midway. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest and Frontier from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Chicago Midway?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago Midway from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chicago Midway should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Chicago Midway from 2 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Southwest fly from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between San Diego and Chicago Midway Airport is about 1725 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago Midway Airport, with prices starting at $110. Another option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $205 round trip. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $64 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $98 and Delta from $128 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $340 for a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Chicago Midway) is currently priced at $167.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Midway?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $110). Flying from San Diego to Chicago Midway Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Midway

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$205Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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