How long is the WN1278 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 30 min. Chicago to Kansas City is 650 km (404 mi).

What other flight numbers does WN1278 have?

Also listed as SWA1278 (Southwest Airlines' ICAO code) and WN 1278.

WN1278 Flight Status Southwest Airlines: Chicago to Kansas City (SWA1278)

Southwest Airlines WN 1278

Landed 39' Late

MDW Chicago

Scheduled: 13:05
Actual: 14:15

Gate: B23

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time CST

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

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MCI Kansas City

Scheduled: 14:35
Actual: 15:14
Delay: 39'

Gate: B58

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time CST

Kansas City International Airport (MCI)

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Landed 2h 23m ago 100%

MDW 14:15 MCI 15:14

650 km (404 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 650 km / 404 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:30 · Actual Duration: 00:59

This flight started in Sacramento (SMF): WN1278 Sacramento to Chicago departs at 06:20 local time on Nov 7.

WN 1278 Flight Status & Schedule Southwest Airlines Chicago to Kansas City

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	MDW	MCI	14:15	15:14	Landed Late	Track >

Southwest Airlines operates WN 1278 from Chicago to Kansas City, a 650 km (404 mi) trip, once a week, on Saturdays. The timetable allows 1 h 30 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. Today it left 1 h 10 min late and landed at 15:14, 39 minutes late.

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About WN 1278

Route: Chicago Midway International Airport MDW to Kansas City International Airport MCI
Distance: 650 km (404 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 1 h 30 min
Flies: Sat

WN 1278 FAQ

How long is the WN1278 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 30 min. Chicago to Kansas City is 650 km (404 mi).
Which days does WN1278 fly?: Once a week, on Saturdays, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
What other flight numbers does WN1278 have?: Also listed as SWA1278 (Southwest Airlines' ICAO code) and WN 1278.

Southwest Airlines WN1278 News

Incident WN1278 - Southwest B738 at Honolulu on Dec 25th 2020, unusual noises from windshield

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