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$79+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) 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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — MDW
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tampa to Chicago Midway are usually found in January or December, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$214 or less

Good one-way deal

$102 or less
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/57:15 amTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Tue 8/126:10 pmMDW - TPA
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/17$157
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Fri 9/1910:55 amTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Mon 9/226:21 amMDW - TPA
Nonstop2h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/18$164
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Wed 8/136:21 amTPA - MDW
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Tue 8/266:00 amMDW - TPA
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/16$197

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TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Tue 8/5

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

6:10 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$157

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Fri 9/19

10:55 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/22

6:21 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$164

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Wed 8/13

6:21 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

$197

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Mon 8/11

9:05 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$79

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Sun 7/13

8:32 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$81

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-9:16 am

1 stop4h 16m

$99

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Sun 7/27

5:13 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$128

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Deals found on 6/16

The best insider tips for Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus offers a guaranteed empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Bring a power bank as Frontier offers no in-seat power or Wi-Fi.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Enjoy free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, plus a free drink on special occasions.


Two free checked bags included, even oversized like skis or golf clubs.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
TPA

TPA's Blue Express Curbside lets travelers without checked bags quickly reach their gate, bypassing crowded areas.

Read more about TPAby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

The Orange Line train connects MDW to downtown Chicago in under 30 minutes, offering a convenient and cost-effective option.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MDW and TPA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Midway

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Midway. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $160). Flying from Tampa 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 TPA to MDW?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 June 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Midway. Price data was last updated on June 15, 2025.

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

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 June 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Frontier from Tampa to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,301 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    Tampa (TPA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Tampa to Chicago Midway. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago Midway from Tampa; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Chicago Midway per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Tampa airport to Chicago Midway. It is only a 4.9 mi journey to Tampa (TPA) from Tampa’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $157 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $164 and $197 round-trip. Southwest is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $81 and $99, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport? While on average our users pay $226, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $56. The most popular route (Tampa - Chicago Midway), is priced around $157.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $160). Flying from Tampa 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 4 airlines flying from Tampa to Midway

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$75Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$162Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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