Detroit to Chicago (DET–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DET–ORD has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Detroit
| Metric | DET→ORD | YQG→ORD | DTW→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DET | – | 10 mi | 22 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 37 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | – | 633 |
| Flight time | 0h 47m | 1h | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
DET: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, 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.
DET–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DET to ORD
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
DET to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DET to ORD is about 0 hours 47 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 252 miles (406 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Windsor (YQG), Detroit (DTW) and Flint (FNT).