Chicago (MDW) to Vancouver (YVR)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 1,773

miles

2,853

kilometers

1,540

nautical miles

🕐 3h 53m

Flight Time

🧭 NW (299°)

Direction

🌍 -2h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	1,773	+1,064	2,837 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	1,773	+1,064	2,837 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	1,773	+887	2,660 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	1,773	+887	2,660 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	1,773	+1,773	3,546 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	1,773	+887	2,660 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 Vancouver, your watch will be 2 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The MDW to YVR route connects Chicago, United States with Vancouver, Canada. This long-haul flight covers 1,773 miles and typically uses narrow-body aircraft like Boeing 737 or Airbus A320.

This international flight crosses from United States to Canada. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 299° from Chicago. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) serves Chicago, United States.

🛬 About YVR

Vancouver International Airport

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) serves Vancouver, Canada.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Chicago Midway International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 1,773 miles (2,853 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from MDW to YVR typically take around 3h 53m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 1,773 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.