Columbia to Chicago (COU–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
COU–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 315 miles in approximately 1h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 35 | E70, E75 | 1h29-1h43 | – | Oneworld | – |
| UA United Airlines | 26 | CR5, CR7 | 1h28-2h12 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 1h52 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Columbia
| Metric | COU→ORD | TBN→ORD | IRK→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from COU | – | 75 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 62 | 5 | 13 |
| Flight time | 1h 28m | 1h 55m | 1h 18m |
Travel Essentials
COU: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Columbia, 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.
COU–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from COU to ORD
Columbia Regional Airport (COU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 62 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
COU to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from COU to ORD ranges from 1 hours 28 minutes to 2 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 315 miles (507 km). There are approximately 62 weekly flights outbound and 59 return, totaling 121 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via IND. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Leonard Wood (TBN), Kirksville (IRK) and Quincy (UIN).