Houston to Chicago (CXO–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 905 mi 2h 6m nonstop 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CXO and ORD, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

Also explore CXO Routes ORD Routes CXO Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CXO to ORD.
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One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
BNA ~5h 8m DAL ~5h 19m MCO ~6h 34m PBI ~7h 11m SLC ~7h 32m
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CXO → ORD
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
ORD → CXO
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric CXO→ORD IAH→ORD AUS→ORD
Distance from CXO – 26 mi 135 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 12 12
Weekly flights 1 281 290
Flight time 2h 6m 2h 29m 1h 14m
Houston (IAH) to Chicago flights · Austin (AUS) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of CXO with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Houston.
CXO: CDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
905 mi / 1,457 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 6m.
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

CXO–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance905 mi / 1,457 km
Flight time2h 6m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: CXO
Full nameConroe-North Houston Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOCXO / KCXO
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Elevation245 ft / 75 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 CXO to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 6m. The route covers 905 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from CXO to ORD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, DAL, MCO, PBI, SLC, BOS, PVR and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include IAH and AUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 CXO to ORD

Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (CXO) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CXO to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CXO to ORD ranges from 2 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 905 miles (1,457 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BNA. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH) and Austin (AUS).