Detroit (DTW) to Chicago (MDW)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
✈️ 228
miles
367
kilometers
198
nautical miles
🕐 56 minutes
Flight Time
🧭 W (264°)
Direction
🌍 -1h
Time Difference
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 228 | 365 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 228 | 365 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 228 | 342 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 228 | 342 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 228 | 456 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 228 | 342 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
When you land in Chicago, your watch will be 1 hour behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!
✈️ Flight Details
The DTW to MDW route connects Detroit, United States with Chicago, United States. This short-haul flight covers 228 miles and typically uses regional jets or turboprops.
This is a domestic flight within United States. The flight follows a W bearing of 264° from Detroit. There is a 1 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves Detroit, United States.
🛬 About MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) serves Chicago, United States.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
The flight distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport is 228 miles (367 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from DTW to MDW typically take around 56 minutes. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 228 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.