Kefallinia Island to Chicago (EFL–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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
AMS Amsterdam 12h 36m HVOR ACAFKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Chicago flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 12h 48m 4YLH 3S5YAC Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Chicago flights
FCO Rome 13h 15m A3AZFR AAACAY Rome (FCO) to Chicago flights
LHR London 22h 20m BA AAAYBA London (LHR) to Chicago flights
ZRH Zurich 24h WK LXOSSN Zurich (ZRH) to Chicago flights
ATH Spata-Artemida 24h 25m A3EKEY AAAYBA Spata-Artemida (ATH) to Chicago flights
MUC Munich 24h 35m 4YA3 LHUA Munich (MUC) to Chicago flights
VIE Vienna 29h 8m FROS OS Vienna (VIE) to Chicago flights
MXP Ferno (VA) 29h 10m U2 ACLXOS Ferno (VA) (MXP) to Chicago flights
NAP Napoli 32h 35m U2 AAAYBA Napoli (NAP) to Chicago flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Kefallinia Island to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-8h behind

While no nonstop service exists between EFL and ORD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for EFL to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
884
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
EFL → ORD
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
87%
Return
ORD → EFL
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
44%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Kefallinia Island

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric EFL→ORD ATH→ORD
Distance from EFL 188 mi
Nonstop airlines 6
Weekly flights 35
Airports within 200 miles of EFL with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-8h
Chicago is 8 hours behind Kefallinia Island.
EFL: EEST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Kefallinia Island, it's 10:00 AM in Chicago.
Visa & Entry

Greece is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Greek passport holders must obtain an approved ESTA before boarding a US-bound flight. ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. You need an e-passport with a biometric chip.

Apply at least 72 hours before departure through the official CBP website. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay unless you qualify for the six-month club exemption.

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.

EFL–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kefallinia Island to Chicago route.
Route details
Time difference-8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: EFL
IATA / ICAOEFL / LGKF
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Elevation59 ft / 18 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EFL to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci.
Chicago is 8 hours behind Kefallinia Island.
Yes, return flights from ORD to EFL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ATH. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Spata-Artemida (ATH).