WN488 Flight Status Southwest Airlines: Washington to Chicago (SWA488)

WN 488 Washington to Chicago Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: August 2nd, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

WN 488 Flight Status & Schedule Southwest Airlines Washington to Chicago

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Aug 02 DCA MDW 14:40 13:00 Unknown Track >
Jul 26 DCA MDW 13:21 13:51 Landed Late Track >
Jul 19 DCA MDW 12:31 13:07 Landed Track >
Jul 12 DCA MDW 12:36 13:05 Landed Track >
Jul 05 DCA MDW 12:18 12:48 Landed Track >
Jun 28 DCA MDW 12:49 13:25 Landed Late Track >
Jun 21 DCA MDW 12:11 12:48 Landed Track >
Jun 14 DCA MDW 12:23 13:03 Landed Track >
Jun 07 DCA MDW 12:07 12:36 Landed Track >

Southwest Airlines' Washington–Chicago flight covers 964 km (599 mi). With 2 hours in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 1 h 35 min, it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight was scheduled on 2 August 2026.

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About WN 488

Route
Washington Ronald Reagan National Airport DCA to Chicago Midway International Airport MDW
Distance
964 km (599 mi)
Typical flight time
1 h 35 min
On time
6 of the last 8
Average delay when late
38 min
Usually departs from
Terminal 1

WN 488 FAQ

How long is the WN488 flight?
The timetable allows 2 hours. Washington to Chicago is 964 km (599 mi).
How often is WN488 late?
2 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 38 minutes on average.
Which terminal does WN488 use?
It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Washington Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does WN488 have?
Also listed as SWA488 (Southwest Airlines' ICAO code) and WN 488.

WN488 and Washington DCA to Chicago MDW Flights

Other flights departing from Washington DCA: AA4753, WN3968

Other flights arriving at Chicago MDW: WN2271, WN3137, WN1145, WN1895

All flights connecting Washington DCA to Chicago MDW.