Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
Cleveland's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cleveland one hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from MDW to CLE start at 07:45 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 14 weekly Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MDW to CLE flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Cleveland (and maybe even some other great parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport offered by this airline.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MDW to CLE flights, with 77.98% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MDW and CLE include:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
R 811 is the best price for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,622. These fares can change based on availability.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MDW to CLE.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MDW to CLE is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago Midway Airport, 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Chicago Midway Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MDW? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
Consider booking a hotel near CLE if you're taking a late Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Cleveland Hopkins International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Cleveland and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to central Cleveland
You'll find CLE at 5300 Riverside Drive.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Cleveland. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Cleveland in January.
The warmest month in Cleveland is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDW to CLE in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cleveland. Around 499 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Columbus is another essential stop in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south-west of Cleveland. No trip is complete without dropping by Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
