Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Atlanta

3 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago Midway International (MDW) to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). It's 590 miles (949 km), about 1h 58m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

MDW
Chicago Midway International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
Flight Time
1h 58m
Distance
590 mi
949 km
CO₂/pax
109 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Delta Air Lines +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
MDW → ATL
Flight Time
1h 58m
Distance
590 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
MDW → ATL
Flight Time
1h 58m
Distance
590 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
MDW → ATL
Flight Time
1h 58m
Distance
590 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Atlanta with one stop · direct emits 109 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDW TYS (Knoxville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 27m (459 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (151 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → TYS
1h 27m · 459 mi
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Leg 2
TYS → ATL
1h 6m · 151 mi
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MDW BNA (Nashville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 30m (394 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (213 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → BNA
1h 30m · 394 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → ATL
1h 11m · 213 mi
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MDW IND (Indianapolis) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 5m (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (431 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → IND
1h 5m · 162 mi
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Leg 2
IND → ATL
1h 39m · 431 mi
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MDW SDF (Louisville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 15m (271 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (321 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → SDF
1h 15m · 271 mi
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Leg 2
SDF → ATL
1h 30m · 321 mi
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MDW CVG (Cincinnati) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (249 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (373 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDW → CVG
1h 10m · 249 mi
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Leg 2
CVG → ATL
1h 35m · 373 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (MDW) to Atlanta (ATL) takes approximately 1 hours and 58 minutes. The distance is 590 miles (949 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Atlanta?

3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

Yes. 3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Chicago from Atlanta?

The flight distance from Chicago to Atlanta is 590 miles (949 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Chicago to Atlanta?

At 1h 58m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

Roughly 109 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 545 km.

Is the return flight from Atlanta to Chicago also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Atlanta?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chicago Midway International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.