Dallas to Chicago (DAL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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WN Southwest
7M8
8:45 AM
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11:10 AM
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2h 25m
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WN2264
WN Southwest
737
9:20 AM
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11:33 AM
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1h 13m
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WN3337
WN Southwest
73H
1:05 PM
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3:30 PM
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2h 25m
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WN Southwest
7M8
11:55 AM
CDT T5
2:25 PM
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WN Southwest
738
4:46 PM
CDT T5
7:12 PM
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Dallas to Chicago
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 799 mi 1h 13m nonstop +1h ahead 127 1-stop hubs

DAL–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 799 miles in approximately 1h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 127 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore DAL Routes ORD Routes DAL Live Flights ORD Live Flights DAL Delays ORD Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DAL–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WN Southwest Airlines 14 737, 73H, 7M8 1h13-2h25 80% – –
DL Delta Air Lines 1 – – 80% SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – WN
73H Boeing 737-800 – WN
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – WN
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WN (14 flights/wk, 93%)
SkyTeam: DL (1 flights/wk, 7%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DAL to ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
15
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DAL to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
127
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
SWO ~2h 51m BMI ~3h 6m DSM ~3h 33m MSN ~3h 36m YHM ~3h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
4,173
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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
DAL → ORD
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Arriving
100%
Return
ORD → DAL
19%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
19%
Arriving
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DAL delays → ORD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Dallas

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric DAL→ORD DFW→ORD FTW→ORD
Distance from DAL – 12 mi 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 16 2
Weekly flights 14 462 1
Flight time 1h 13m 1h 7m 0h 45m
Departure OTP 80% – –
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Chicago flights · Fort Worth (FTW) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of DAL 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 ahead of Dallas.
DAL: MDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
799 mi / 1,285 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 13m to 2h 25m.
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

DAL–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dallas to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance799 mi / 1,285 km
Flight time1h 13m to 2h 25m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 15 return
1-stop connections127 hubs
Origin: DAL
Full nameDallas Love Field
IATA / ICAODAL / KDAL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation487 ft / 148 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 DAL to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Dallas Love Field to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 13m to 2h 25m. The route covers 799 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from DAL to ORD. The return direction has about 15 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SWO, BMI, DSM, MSN, YHM, DAY, LEX, CHA, CLE, AVL, MHK, SUS, BUF, YYZ, SCE, FAR, GRR, SAF, IAD, ROC, RIL, TEB, RIC, EGE, FOK, APF, GUC, ASE, SUA, YWG, GCM, HPN, OPF, ALB, MTY, GDL, YUL, UDD, BZN, FRG, EYW, SUN, NAS, PSP, PVR, SCF, BFI, SJD, JAC, MTJ, FCA, SBA, YVR, LIR, SJO, SRQ, CUN, MAF, SJU, SXM, PHL, SFO, SJC, LIT, CMH, IND, STL, BHM, ATL, MEM, MCI, BWI, BNA, RNO, SLC, TUL, SAT, OKC, COS, AUS, DEN, SDF, OMA, MSY, PIT, MCO, MKE, MSP, TPA, RDU, LAX, LGA, DCA, ECP, SMF, LAS, ELP, RSW, PHX, MIA, PWM, ABQ, CHS, SAN, TYS, FLL, JAX, SAV, ONT, MYR, PDX, ORF, SNA, CLT, VPS, SEA, TUS, BOS, PNS, PBI, XNA, MQY, MKC, IAH, HDN, PLS and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Dallas.
Yes, return flights from ORD to DAL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DFW and FTW. 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 DAL to ORD

Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

DAL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DAL to ORD ranges from 1 hours 13 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 799 miles (1,285 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 29 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

127 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via SWO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) and Fort Worth (FTW).