DCA (Washington) to MDW (Chicago) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DCA → MDW
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from DCA
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~7 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 2.6% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MDW
78% on timeWhen flights into MDW are late, the average delay is 56 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MDW: TSA is ~16 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.