Chicago to Wichita Falls flights
Wichita Falls lies 1,296 km (805 mi) south-west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 25 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Chicago | Wichita Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 104,710 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 296 m (971 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | MDW, 11 km out | SPS, 8 km out |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 76301–76310 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Chicago
Chicago is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,522 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, 25 km), Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY, 33 km), Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC, 71 km).
Arriving in Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (SPS), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 13,100-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport (LAW, 73 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (regional) | SPS | 8 km (5 mi) | 13,100 ft | 1,019 ft |
| Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport (regional) | LAW | 73 km (45 mi) | 8,599 ft | 1,110 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Wichita Falls from Chicago?
1,296 km (805 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chicago.
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Wichita Falls by air?
About 2 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Wichita Falls?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chicago to Wichita Falls flights?
Typically Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (SPS); Wichita Falls also has LAW.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.