Los Angeles (LAX) to Chicago (MDW)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 1,747 | 2,795 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 1,747 | 2,795 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 1,747 | 2,621 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 1,747 | 2,621 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 1,747 | 3,494 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 1,747 | 2,621 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 2 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!
✈️ Flight Details
The LAX to MDW route connects Los Angeles, United States with Chicago, United States. This long-haul flight covers 1,747 miles and typically uses narrow-body aircraft like Boeing 737 or Airbus A320.
This is a domestic flight within United States. The flight follows a NE bearing of 63° from Los Angeles. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About LAX
Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the primary airport serving Los Angeles and the fifth busiest in the world.
🛬 About MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) serves Chicago, United States.