Erie to Chicago (ERI–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ERI–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 397 miles in approximately 1h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 21 | CR5, CRJ | 1h51-1h53 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 13 | CR7 | 2h03 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Erie
| Metric | ERI→ORD | YHM→ORD | BUF→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ERI | – | 76 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 16 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | – | 270 |
| Flight time | 1h 51m | 1h 5m | 1h 56m |
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 Qatar Airways and United Airlines. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ERI to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ERI to ORD ranges from 1 hours 51 minutes to 2 hours 3 minutes. The route covers a distance of 397 miles (638 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hamilton (YHM), Buffalo (BUF) and Cleveland (CLE).