Colorado Springs to Chicago (COS–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
COS–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 909 miles in approximately 2h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 28 | 319, 320, E75L, E7W | 2h44-3h01 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 15 | CR7 | 2h47-2h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Colorado Springs
| Metric | COS→ORD | DEN→ORD | ASE→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from COS | – | 73 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 23 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 43 | 440 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 44m | 1h 54m | 3h 4m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
COS: MDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Colorado Springs, 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.
COS–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from COS to ORD
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 43 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
COS to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from COS to ORD ranges from 2 hours 44 minutes to 3 hours 1 minutes. The route covers a distance of 909 miles (1,463 km). There are approximately 43 weekly flights outbound and 47 return, totaling 90 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via GCK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Denver (DEN), Aspen (ASE) and Gunnison (GUC).