Asheville to Chicago (AVL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AVL–ORD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and avianca lead the route. The flight covers 536 miles in approximately 2h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 34 | E70, E75 | 2h03-2h21 | – | Oneworld | – |
| UA United Airlines | 28 | CR2, CR5, E7W | 2h07-2h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AV avianca | 7 | CR5 | 2h07 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| G7 GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Asheville
| Metric | AVL→ORD | GSP→ORD | TYS→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AVL | – | 42 mi | 86 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 69 | 104 | 132 |
| Flight time | 2h 3m | 2h 5m | 1h 51m |
Travel Essentials
AVL: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Asheville, 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.
AVL–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AVL to ORD
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, avianca, GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express and United Airlines. With 69 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AVL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AVL to ORD ranges from 2 hours 3 minutes to 2 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 536 miles (863 km). There are approximately 69 weekly flights outbound and 79 return, totaling 148 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Greenville/Greer/Spartanburg (GSP), Knoxville/Maryville (TYS) and Charlotte (CLT).