Erie to Chicago (ERI–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ERI–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Qatar Airways and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 397 miles in approximately 1h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 28 | CR5, CRJ | 1h51-1h53 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 10 | CR7 | 2h-2h03 | – | Oneworld | – |
| AA American Airlines | 7 | CR7 | 2h | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Erie
| Metric | ERI→ORD | YHM→ORD | DUJ→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ERI | – | 76 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | – | 2 |
| Flight time | 1h 53m | 1h 5m | 1h 18m |
Travel Essentials
ERI: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Erie, 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.
ERI–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ERI to ORD
Erie International Tom Ridge Field (ERI) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Qatar Airways and American Airlines. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ERI to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ERI to ORD is about 1 hours 53 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 397 miles (638 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 80 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charlotte Douglas and Orlando. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hamilton (YHM), Dubois (DUJ) and Buffalo (BUF).