MDW (Chicago) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 77%. The average delay is 57 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MDW → FLL
MDW (Chicago) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Southwest Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 77% vs 70% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 77% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 70%.
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Good to know
Departing from MDW
79% on timeTSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FLL
73% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~29 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.