How long is the WN1278 flight?

The timetable allows 3 h 55 min. Sacramento to Chicago is 2,874 km (1,786 mi).

What other flight numbers does WN1278 have?

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

WN1278 Flight Status Southwest Airlines: Sacramento to Chicago (SWA1278)

Southwest Airlines WN 1278

Delayed

SMF Sacramento

Scheduled: 06:20
Actual: 07:39

Terminal: B | Gate: B2

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

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

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MDW Chicago

Scheduled: 12:15
Estimated: 13:14
Delay: 59'

Gate: B23

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

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

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Departed 18h 27m ago · was due to land 14h 52m ago, awaiting update 100%

SMF 07:39 MDW 13:14

2,874 km (1,786 mi) flown · 0 km (0 mi) to go

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

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Distance: 2874 km / 1786 miles · Scheduled Duration: 03:55

This flight continues to Kansas City (MCI): WN1278 Chicago to Kansas City departs at 13:05 local time on Nov 7.

WN 1278 Flight Status & Schedule Southwest Airlines Sacramento to Chicago

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	SMF	MDW	07:39	13:14	Delayed	Track >

Southwest Airlines operates WN 1278 from Sacramento to Chicago, a 2,874 km (1,786 mi) trip, once a week, on Saturdays. The timetable allows 3 h 55 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. Yesterday it left at 07:39, 1 h 19 min late, and is due in Chicago at 13:14, 59 minutes late.

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About WN 1278

Route: Sacramento International Airport SMF to Chicago Midway International Airport MDW
Distance: 2,874 km (1,786 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 3 h 55 min
Flies: Sat

WN 1278 FAQ

How long is the WN1278 flight?: The timetable allows 3 h 55 min. Sacramento to Chicago is 2,874 km (1,786 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

WN1278 and Sacramento SMF to Chicago MDW Flights

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Other flights arriving at Chicago MDW: WN1195, WN1222

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