The minimum connection time at MDW is 45 minutes for domestic flights and 90 minutes for international connections. MDW has an on-time arrival rate of 79%. When flights are delayed, the average delay is 57 minutes.
MDW Minimum Connection Time
Chicago Midway International — Chicago
Official Minimum Connection Time at MDW
45m
Domestic Minimum
90m
International Minimum
Getting Between Terminals at MDW
Terminals: Single Terminal (Concourses A, B, C)
How to transfer: Walking between concourses; all connected airside
Transfer time: 5-10 minutes between concourses
✓TSA re-screening: Not required between terminals — All concourses are connected post-security. No re-screening needed.
Terminal-to-Terminal Walk Times at MDW
| From | To | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Concourse A | Concourse B | 3-5 min |
| Concourse A | Concourse C | 7-10 min |
Miss Rate by Layover Time at MDW
Miss rate = estimated % chance of missing your connection based on BTS delay data. Click any row for details.
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Pro Tips for Connecting at MDW
→Midway is a Southwest Airlines fortress hub. Nearly all connections here are Southwest-to-Southwest.
→The airport is compact and easy to navigate. Even the farthest gates are about 10 minutes apart.
→Chicago winter weather affects Midway just like O'Hare. Add buffer time from December through February.
→Book both legs on the same ticket. If you miss your connection, the airline must rebook you at no charge. Separate tickets mean you're on your own.
→Choose morning flights for your first leg. Flights before 8 AM are delayed significantly less than afternoon flights.
→Avoid checking bags on tight connections. Carry-on only gives you maximum flexibility if you need to switch flights.