Travelling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport.
San Antonio and Chicago share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Flights from SAT to MDW start from 05:10 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:30 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are eight weekly San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your SAT to MDW flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Chicago (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates SAT to MDW flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.74% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SAT and MDW:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
R 1,887 is currently the best price for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,773. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SAT to MDW, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAT to MDW.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You'll find SAT at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
82% of flights departing from San Antonio International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SAT.
To get to San Antonio International Airport from central San Antonio, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SAT? If you've booked an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MDW if you're on a late San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chicago Midway Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chicago Midway Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Midway Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chicago Midway Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAT to MDW around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.