Nantucket to Chicago (ACK–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ACK–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 922 miles in approximately 4h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 2 | E7W | 4h19 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Nantucket
| Metric | ACK→ORD | HYA→ORD | EWB→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ACK | – | 31 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 19m | 3h 20m | 2h 11m |
Travel Essentials
ACK: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nantucket, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
ACK–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ACK to ORD
Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ACK to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ACK to ORD is about 4 hours 19 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 922 miles (1,483 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Westchester County and John F. Kennedy. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hyannis (HYA), New Bedford (EWB) and Providence/Warwick (PVD).