Cleveland to Chicago (CGF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Cleveland to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
332 mi 1h 5m nonstop -1h behind 36 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CGF and ORD, connecting options are available through 36 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CGF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Cleveland

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric CGF→ORD CLE→ORD CAK→ORD
Distance from CGF – 22 mi 45 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 21 4
Weekly flights 0 525 142
Flight time 1h 5m 1h 33m 0h 59m
Cleveland (CLE) to Chicago flights · Akron (CAK) to Chicago flights · Erie (ERI) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of CGF with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour behind Cleveland.
CGF: EDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Cleveland, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
332 mi / 534 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 5m.
Getting from ORD

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.

Chicago Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CGF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cleveland to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance332 mi / 534 km
Flight time1h 5m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: CGF
Full nameCuyahoga County Airport
IATA / ICAOCGF / KCGF
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation879 ft / 268 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CGF to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Cuyahoga County Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 5m. The route covers 332 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, CLE, STL, LUK, PIT, ERI, BUF, PLN, TYS, TUL, MSP, IAD, BWI, PHL, EWR, LGA, BNA, MSY, CHS, SAV, BOS, JAX, JFK, TPA, SRQ, MCO, RSW, DAL, PBI, FLL, MIA, AUS, PHX, LAS, PSP and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Cleveland.
Yes, return flights from ORD to CGF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include CLE, CAK and ERI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CGF to ORD

Cuyahoga County Airport (CGF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CGF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CGF to ORD ranges from 1 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 332 miles (534 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE), Akron (CAK) and Erie (ERI).