Flights from MDW to DCA

1 airline flies nonstop from Midway International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Midway International Airport (Chicago) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington, D.C.).

Distance
599 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
+1h
Nonstop airlines
1

Fares from MDW to DCA

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
Southwest AirlinesMDW Midway International AirportDCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Washington, D.C.

DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

5 miles (8 km) from the city centre. 26.3 million passengers in 2024

HowRouteCost
SubwayMetro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkwaysMetro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance

Before you go

This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.

Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Washington, D.C. uses the US dollar (USD).

Read the Washington, D.C. guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from MDW to DCA?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from MDW to DCA?

As of October 2026, Southwest Airlines flies this route nonstop.

How far is DCA from MDW?

About 599 miles (964 km) between the airports.

What is the time difference?

Washington, D.C. is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.

What ID do I need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.

How do I get from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport into Washington, D.C.?

Metro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkways, Metro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance.

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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.