Hartford to Chicago (BDL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BDL–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 781 miles in approximately 2h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 78 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AY, JL, QR | 49 | 738, E75, E75L | 2h46-3h05 | Oneworld | AS, AY, JL, QR | |
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NH, NZ | 46 | 738, 739, E75L, E7W | 2h41-3h03 | Star Alliance | EK, NH, NZ | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Hartford
| Metric | BDL→ORD | HVN→ORD | PVD→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BDL | – | 48 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 185 | 4 | 127 |
| Flight time | 2h 41m | 2h 53m | 2h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
BDL: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Hartford, 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.
BDL–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BDL to ORD
Bradley International Airport (BDL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 185 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BDL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BDL to ORD ranges from 2 hours 41 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 781 miles (1,257 km). There are approximately 185 weekly flights outbound and 172 return, totaling 357 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
78 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New Haven (HVN), Providence/Warwick (PVD) and Albany (ALB).