Flying from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Colorado Springs.
Flights from COS to MDW start at 05:00 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 16:10 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of six weekly Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your COS to MDW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Chicago (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Most travelers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering COS to MDW flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land without delay 78.33% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between COS and MDW include:
Denver International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Currently, $127 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $256. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from COS to MDW by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)
COS is located at 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from COS land on schedule 83.68% of the time.
To reach Colorado Springs Municipal Airport from central Colorado Springs, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near COS. Whether you have an early flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Book a hotel near MDW if you're catching a late Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chicago Midway International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from the center of Chicago. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Chicago in May.
Lock in your flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from COS to MDW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 451 kilometers south-east to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometers south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.