Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF): 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 Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.
Flights from MDW to SDF start from 06:45 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:20 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 12 weekly Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport flights.
Your MDW to SDF flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to discovering Louisville (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
With 79.42% of services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MDW to SDF flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MDW and SDF:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)
At the moment, $137 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $273. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MDW to SDF by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
76% of flights leaving from Chicago Midway Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Chicago Midway Airport from central Chicago, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MDW:
Arriving at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SDF instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Louisville and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport several weeks before your trip to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to central Louisville
You'll find SDF at 600 Terminal Drive.
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Louisville. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Louisville. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Louisville during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to SDF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Louisville. Around 434 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 290 kilometres north-east of Louisville, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
