Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport.
Charleston's timezone is UTC-4, making Charleston one hour ahead of Chicago.
You can choose from five weekly Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport flights. The 08:30 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight available. Southwest Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:15.
To ensure you catch your MDW to CHS flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Charleston — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MDW to CHS flights. A dependable 88.24% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MDW and CHS:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport flight is C$106. A round-trip ticket right now is C$234. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MDW to CHS, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MDW to CHS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Of the flights that depart from Chicago Midway International Airport, 77.88% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Chicago Midway International Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MDW. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Consider staying in a hotel near CHS if you're catching a late Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Charleston International Airport rental car and explore Charleston and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Charleston International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston International Airport to central Charleston has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 3 hours 35 minutes.
When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Charleston in April.
The warmest month in Charleston is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Charleston International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDW to CHS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Charleston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres south-west of Charleston, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another well-known destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north of Charleston. No journey is complete without a visit to NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.