Albany to Chicago (ALB–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ALB–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 721 miles in approximately 2h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 50 | E70, E75, E75S | 2h40-3h04 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 44 | 319, 737, 73G, E75L, E7W | 2h32-2h46 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 26 | E75, E75L | 2h46-3h04 | Oneworld | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 15 | 319, 737, E7W | 2h33-2h36 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | E75L | 2h41 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Albany
| Metric | ALB→ORD | BDL→ORD | HVN→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ALB | – | 80 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 142 | 123 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 32m | 2h 23m | 2h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
ALB: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Albany, 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.
ALB–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ALB to ORD
Albany International Airport (ALB) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 142 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ALB to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ALB to ORD ranges from 2 hours 32 minutes to 3 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 721 miles (1,161 km). There are approximately 142 weekly flights outbound and 137 return, totaling 279 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CLE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hartford (BDL), New Haven (HVN) and White Plains (HPN).