MIA - CHI

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Miami to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Miami to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Miami to Chicago (MIA-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Miami to Chicago

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Miami to Chicago.
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12:42 pm - 3:13 pmMIA-MDW
3h 31mnonstop
7:45 am - 11:57 amMDW-MIA
3h 12mnonstop
$78Frontier
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Thu, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 20
12:38 pm - 3:08 pmMIA-MDW
3h 30mnonstop
7:45 am - 11:58 amMDW-MIA
3h 13mnonstop
$79Frontier
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
8:05 am - 10:37 amMIA-ORD
3h 32mnonstop
11:46 am - 3:55 pmORD-MIA
3h 09mnonstop
$88Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 22
10:00 am - 12:29 pmMIA-ORD
3h 29mnonstop
2:02 pm - 6:16 pmORD-MIA
3h 14mnonstop
$96Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 29
5:00 pm - 7:28 pmMIA-ORD
3h 28mnonstop
7:09 pm - 11:17 pmORD-MIA
3h 08mnonstop
$157American Airlines
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Wed, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 1
7:00 am - 9:34 amMIA-ORD
3h 34mnonstop
5:56 pm - 10:14 pmORD-MIA
3h 18mnonstop
$177United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 23
5:55 pm - 8:15 pmMIA-MDW
3h 20mnonstop
6:10 pm - 10:10 pmMDW-MIA
3h 00mnonstop
$198Southwest
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Thu, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 21
6:35 am - 9:02 amMIA-ORD
3h 27mnonstop
7:09 pm - 11:31 pmORD-MIA
3h 22mnonstop
$218American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 25 - Thu, Feb 27
8:45 am - 2:03 pmMIA-ORD
6h 18m1 stop
7:30 am - 11:47 amORD-MIA
3h 17mnonstop
$233United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 25
6:00 am - 12:20 pmMIA-MDW
7h 20m1 stop
5:10 pm - 9:10 pmMDW-MIA
3h 00mnonstop
$247Southwest
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Sat, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 25

Flights from Miami to Chicago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Miami to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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Find cheap flights to Chicago

Planning a trip from Miami to Chicago? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Miami to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Miami to Chicago cost $69 and was between Miami (MIA) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $69.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Miami to Chicago, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chicago, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Miami to Chicago is February, where tickets cost $136 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $238 and $233 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Miami to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $123, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Miami to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Miami to Chicago, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$39
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
Flight from Miami to Chicago Midway Airport

When to book flights from Miami to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Miami to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Miami to Chicago

  • What are the available services for people with disabilities at MIA?

    The airport provides a Multi-Sensory room designed for kids with special needs. Sensory-soothing fixtures such as wall puzzles, a light projector, and an aquatic bubble tub are installed in the room to give your children the best experience. The space provides materials to special-needs children. Call your airline for special assistance prior to your trip.

  • Where can I find the nursing suites in MIA?

    The departure airport has private and quiet spaces for nursing mothers. You can find the MIAmama Suites in each concourse at the airport. You can go there to breastfeed, breast pump and change your infant in private. These facilities make traveling with an infant simple.

  • Which flights exist from Miami to Chicago?

    Traveling to Chicago from Miami International Airport is easy, thanks to the many airlines operating this route. You can fly non-stop using the following airlines: Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Avianca, Spirit Airlines, Finnair, Copa Airlines, American Airlines, Japan Airlines, Aer Lingus, British Airways, GOL, Iberia, ANA, Qatar Airways, Air New Zealand, Austrian Airlines, Royal Jordanian, and United Airlines. On the other hand, If you are interested in connecting flights, layovers take place in cities such as Orlando (MCO).

  • How can I travel from the arrival airport (ORD)?

    The ORD airport is connected to the city center by myriad transit options. You can easily get out of the airport using airport transit options, buses, taxis, train, or car rentals. We recommend using the taxi if you are looking for a convenient and economical mode of transport. However, car rental allows you to move around the city easily.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Miami to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Miami to Chicago was $39 for a one-way ticket and $78 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Miami and Chicago?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Miami to Chicago. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Miami to Chicago?

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Miami to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Miami to Chicago?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Miami to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Miami to Chicago?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Miami and Chicago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Miami to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Miami to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Miami to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Miami to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $374 and an overall rating of 8.1, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $225 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Miami to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Miami to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Miami to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Miami is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Miami to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Miami with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Miami to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Miami up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Miami to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $89 or less one-way and $118 or less round-trip.
  • Sleep and stay in the only hotel at Miami International Airport (MIA), the Miami International Airport Hotel. The hotel gives you a perfect balance of style and comfort. It is conveniently situated within the Miami Airport Terminal, providing direct access to airline ticketing counters, airport concession shops, departure concourses, and elegant restaurants. Sleeping here will allow you to arrive early at the airport for your flight.
  • You have at your disposal transportation means to get to the airport, including Metrobus, taxi, Tri-Rail, Miami Beach Airport Express, and car rental. Taking a taxi will get you to the airport in about 15min from Miami Beach.
  • Miami International Airport’s lounges offer the best space to relax and find total peace of mind. They are open to travelers at a reduced cost regardless of the airline you are flying with. This is often the best option for an early morning check-in. You can book your stay at the lounges prior to your trip.
  • The MIA airport has facilities that enhance your travel experience. Log into the free Wi-Fi and browse as you grab a meal in one of the restaurants or food stores located in the terminals. If you have enough time before your flight, treat yourself to a massage or other therapies such as pedicures, manicures, and spray tanning.
  • When traveling to Chicago, you can arrive at three airports, O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago-Rockford International (RFD), and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). However, O’Hare International Airport (ORD) serves many destinations.
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Prefer to fly direct from Miami to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Miami Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Miami to Chicago

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +17 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +18 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +16 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +19 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +17 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +18 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +17 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +18 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +18 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +19 more

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Direct returns

Chicago to Miami

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +16 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +13 more

Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +14 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +17 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +16 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +17 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +15 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +16 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +16 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +17 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Miami to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Miami to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Miami to Chicago? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
SouthwestOverall score based on 4821 reviews
7.2Food
7.7Entertainment
8.7Crew
8.2Boarding
8.1Comfort
Airline reviews

Crew was great flight was great baggage claim was a failure. It took over 1 hour for bags to arrive. Poor communication poor effort when I spoke to the supervisor about the delay

10.0 ExcellentRoxann, Dec 2024MCO - STL
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Crew was great flight was great baggage claim was a failure. It took over 1 hour for bags to arrive. Poor communication poor effort when I spoke to the supervisor about the delay

Planes are aged. The wifi is unreliable and on many fights, no-existent. The flight attendants were very good.

I had a wonderful flight, but the only thing that annoyed me was how crowded TSA was. I still believe airports and all planes work together to bunch everyone together to drive up cost.

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

Everything worked well. Crew was as entertaining as is possible on a plane flight. Southwest still has good legroom:

I like that it was on time and the staff was friendly.

Glad flight made it out. So many delays due to hurricane. everyone did a great job.

The flight was delayed about 20 minutes, but this was an evening flight, so it comes as no surprise. This flight came a good 1.5 days ahead of hurricane Helene which was still far out in the gulf. However, the flight never removed the seated buckle light. The staff announced from the beginning that due to the bad weather (I suppose the hurricane a day and a half away) they would have to do an abbreviated service with water and a snack. I am fine with their water and snack offering, but this was one of the smoothest flights I've had in years. If Southwest believes a flight like this requires everyone to remain seated, then all of their flights should remain buckled for the entire flight. I cannot help but wonder if things like this are a sneaky way to cut back on expenses since the airline is currently under a lot of pressure to reduce costs.

The first leg of the trip was great. The second leg from BWI to RIC was late, which was more screenful and tiring that late in the evening.

No space for our carryon and needed to check at plane before boarding !

They canceled our flight and left us stranded to figure it out

Everything was very good. Was able to change a make run flight leaving on direct earlier in the app -seamless!!! Well done

Being stick waiting for gate at ORD cause me to almost miss my connecting flight…being deaf United made no no effort to keep me updated as I couldn’t hear the PA

As usual, United scheduling is completely misleading. A 54-minute layover at O’Hare is too short to make a lot of connections, especially since the flight landed “on time” but had to wait on the taxiway 15 minutes for a gate to open up. Then it takes another 10 minutes to exit the plane before one can run to another concourse to catch a connecting flight.

The seats on the aircraft are like sitting in a rock. During the boarding process they recognize Active Duty Military, why don’t they recognize Retired Military. I’ve always preferred Delta, this flight confirmed why I still prefer Delta.

when you can say you don't remember being at any point upset during a flight, the airline is winning .

The staff was very friendly. The seats seemed quite small. Overall the flight was pleasant.

It was literally one of the worst travel experiences ever. My flight got delayed by over an hour and there was no communication of this from the gate staff. I realized it by checking the screen periodically. Once on board the flight attendants continued to serve alcohol to a man who was clearly already drunk and that was making a bunch of commotion. Never again will I fly United!

Charging and entertainment didn't work. The meal was horrible. They only came by with the drink cart one time for the 8 hour flight. They did come by with water a couple times.

Exceptional, I’d like to specifically recognize Robert for his outstanding customer service. He is professional, pleasant, and personable.

Flight areas delayed 3 hours , train in the airport didn’t work

The flight was on time and everything went very smoothly.

We were offered Flight Change due to overbooking. We accepted and chose an earlier flight. We went to Rebooking center to make the change but agent told us no changes permitted on our Basic ticket. AA should not have made the offer to change our flight.

Finding the gate was very confusing. Our boarding pass listed one gate and the staff verbally told us a different gate.

Deparature was late, which is annoying but the arrival was fine and the baggage came early.

The flight attendants were talking the entire time on the back and I couldn’t even take a nap. Super annoying

Free WiFi and movies were not free - everything required signing up for future billing. Boston bound crew were very courteous and gracious.

Was lucky to have a employee at the AA checkin counter that had compassion and understood they ordeal that we went through with our original flight being diverted, needing to stay in the aircraft and then flying to the original destination; adding hours to the trip and forcing us to miss our connection and our rebooked connection. She was able to get up on standby on the highest priority on the next flight to the closest airport we need to be at and it all worked out despite being many hours late.

They gave my seat away although it was a connecting flight with them and the flight was a bit delayed.

Horrible people at the gate, they force me to check in my carry on, even thought no one behind me has to do it. I had to get out of the airport in NY to get my bag and go thru security again on my way to Honk Kong. The worst part is the employee threatened me with loosing the flights if don’t comply.

I’ve now flown Spirit a few times and while the general perception of Spirit I feel is poor, I’ve had a great experience each time. They do charge extra for everything but you should know that going in

I did not fly Spirit. Connie used my email while booking her flight. I do not know Connie. It's fraud!!!

Horrible. Take off was delayed by an hour. They were letting people board d the plane right before takeoff. I was delayed an hour when I arrived and late for my meeting. Spirit is NEVER on time.

The flight landed with a delay and we had to wait almost an hour to be off boarded. So typical of spirit.

The gate employees and the flight crew were friendly and professional. Afterboarding we waited 20 minutes for another flight; a complimentary beverage would have ben appreciated for the inconvenience.

Didn’t board the flight asked for a flight credit for future flights wasn’t given it. One of the children were to scared to board the flight

You get what you pay for, but those tickets weren't cheap, so I expected better, but Spirit is just one of those airlines.

Cancelled the return flight moments before boarding, horrible customer service in assisting with any rebooking. Never again will I fly Spirit.

Flight got diwngraded last minute and left us stranded. I was told I’ll be given credit for my luggage and seat upgrades but haven’t got anything yet

Crew was nice, explained emergency protocol very well. Flight took off and arrived on time. Pilot explained the small delay that occurred with docking and providing updates. I would definitely fly spirit again.

terrible cascading delays and unhelpful customer service. uncomfortable plane. crew was great, however!

One crew member was rude about our bags. Be nice about it. We don’t fly a lot. And the fact that you have to pay for a carry on is ridiculous

At check in they don’t let you be with the person you are traveling with unless you pay $40 per seat . Really bad policy they have

Flying Frontier was a nightmare. From the booking through Kayak, checking in, departing and arriving, I will never recommend Kayak or Frontier.

The trip was unremarkable which is good. Crew was very professional and courteous.

Online check-in was not user-friendly. Too many fees, not cost effective.

FRONTIER SUCKS! The agent downstairs tricked me into booking, just to get to the gate. At the gate, they told me they couldn't help. I then called Customer Service. They and the gate attendants kept blaming each other. Neither side was willing to help the customer.

Good for the price. My only complaint is that the pilot should keep the air flowing while passengers are waiting to getting out of airplane.

I arrived 1 hour prior to boarding, and they said I was too late for a domestic flight. First time I heard that :-(

Frontier is a crappy airline nothing about it is honest

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Miami to Chicago found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/9Thu
nonstopFrontier
3h 30mMIA-MDW
$39
1/14Tue
nonstopSpirit Airlines
3h 29mMIA-ORD
$44
1/15Wed
nonstopSpirit Airlines
3h 29mMIA-ORD
$47
2/19Wed
nonstopFrontier
3h 31mMIA-MDW
$49
2/12Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
3h 33mMIA-ORD
$79
1/18Sat
nonstopSouthwest
3h 10mMIA-MDW
$79
1/15Wed
nonstopSouthwest
3h 15mMIA-MDW
$99
1/11Sat
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 08mMIA-ORD
$108
1/11Sat
nonstopAmerican Airlines
3h 28mMIA-ORD
$135
12/31Tue
nonstopAmerican Airlines
3h 22mMIA-ORD
$137

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Miami to Chicago that are departing in the next 10 days.
12/24Tue
nonstopFrontier
3h 30mMIA-MDW
1/2Thu
multi-stopFrontier
8h 28mMDW-MIA
$173
12/25Wed
nonstopFrontier
3h 21mMIA-MDW
1/1Wed
multi-stopFrontier
15h 42mMDW-MIA
$180
12/24Tue
nonstopFrontier
3h 30mMIA-MDW
1/17Fri
nonstopFrontier
3h 10mMDW-MIA
$185
12/24Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
7h 41mMIA-ORD
1/17Fri
nonstopSpirit Airlines
3h 14mORD-MIA
$206
12/25Wed
nonstopSpirit Airlines
3h 27mMIA-ORD
1/11Sat
nonstopSpirit Airlines
3h 14mORD-MIA
$211
12/25Wed
multi-stop
9h 42mMIA-ORD
1/2Thu
multi-stop
6h 37mORD-MIA
$265
12/25Wed
nonstopAmerican Airlines
3h 41mMIA-ORD
1/1Wed
nonstopAmerican Airlines
3h 16mORD-MIA
$273
12/25Wed
multi-stop
9h 42mMIA-ORD
1/1Wed
multi-stop
10h 15mORD-MIA
$282
12/25Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
7h 40mMIA-MDW
1/1Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
11h 25mMDW-MIA
$417
12/25Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
7h 55mMIA-MDW
1/1Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
11h 25mMDW-MIA
$422

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Flights$6123h 20m
Trains$25446h 40m
Buses$70951h 02m

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