Eau Claire to Chicago (EAU–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA5121
UA United
CR2
5:00 AM
CDT
6:30 AM
CDT
1h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5136
UA United
CRJ
2:43 PM
CDT
4:09 PM
CDT
1h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EK6003
EK Emirates
CR2
2:43 PM
CDT
4:09 PM
CDT
1h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5122
UA United
CRJ
2:43 PM
CDT
4:09 PM
CDT
1h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5122
UA United
CRJ
12:40 PM
CDT T2
2:06 PM
CDT
1h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA6078
UA United
CRJ
12:40 PM
CDT T2
2:04 PM
CDT
1h 24m
M T W T F S S
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UA5124
UA United
CRJ
9:50 PM
CDT T1
11:15 PM
CDT
1h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Eau Claire to Chicago
2 carriers, 22 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 22 Flights/wk 268 mi 1h 26m nonstop 3 1-stop hubs

EAU–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 268 miles in approximately 1h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EAU–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 17 CR2, CRJ 1h26-1h30 Star Alliance
EK Emirates 5 CR2 1h26
Aircraft on this route
CR2 Canadair Regional Jet 200 – EK, UA
CRJ Bombardier CRJ – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (17 flights/wk, 77%)
Unaffiliated: EK (5 flights/wk, 23%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EAU to ORD direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
4
flights
Thu
4
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
22
Outbound / wk
17
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EAU to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
62
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
EAU → ORD
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
92%
Return
ORD → EAU
11%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
11%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Eau Claire

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric EAU→ORD LSE→ORD RST→ORD
Distance from EAU 69 mi 83 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 3
Weekly flights 22 41 35
Flight time 1h 26m 1h 20m 0h 31m
Airports within 200 miles of EAU with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Eau Claire, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
268 mi / 432 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 26m to 1h 30m.
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.

EAU–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Eau Claire to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance268 mi / 432 km
Flight time1h 26m to 1h 30m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights22 out / 17 return
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: EAU
IATA / ICAOEAU / KEAU
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation913 ft / 278 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EAU to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 26m to 1h 30m. The route covers 268 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Emirates and United Airlines.
There are approximately 22 nonstop flights per week from EAU to ORD. The return direction has about 17 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SLC, IFP and RSW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to EAU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LSE, RST and MSP. 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 EAU to ORD

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and United Airlines. With 22 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

EAU to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EAU to ORD ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes to 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 268 miles (432 km). There are approximately 22 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 39 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SLC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include La Crosse (LSE), Rochester (RST) and Minneapolis (MSP).