Billings to Chicago (BIL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
BIL–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,058 miles in approximately 3h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 7 | E75 | 3h02 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | E7W | 3h05 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Billings
| Metric | BIL→ORD | COD→ORD | SHR→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BIL | – | 92 mi | 105 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 4m | 3h 10m | 2h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
BIL: MDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Billings, it's 7:00 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.
BIL–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BIL to ORD
Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BIL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BIL to ORD is about 3 hours 4 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,058 miles (1,702 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Denver and Salt Lake City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cody (COD), Sheridan (SHR) and Bozeman (BZN).