Chattanooga to Chicago (CHA–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CHA–ORD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 501 miles in approximately 1h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 67 | CR5, CR7, CRJ | 1h45-2h41 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AA American Airlines | 26 | E70, E75 | 1h41-2h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
| EK Emirates | 6 | E75L | 2h17 | – | – | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Chattanooga
| Metric | CHA→ORD | TYS→ORD | HSV→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CHA | – | 87 mi | 93 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 99 | 132 | 100 |
| Flight time | 1h 41m | 1h 51m | 2h 13m |
Travel Essentials
CHA: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chattanooga, 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.
CHA–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CHA to ORD
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (CHA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways and United Airlines. With 99 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CHA to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CHA to ORD ranges from 1 hours 41 minutes to 2 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 501 miles (807 km). There are approximately 99 weekly flights outbound and 88 return, totaling 187 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 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 Knoxville/Maryville (TYS), Huntsville (HSV) and Atlanta (ATL).