Newark to Chicago (EWR–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Newark to Chicago
8 carriers, 285 flights/week nonstop.
8 Airlines
285 Flights/wk
717 mi
1h 34m nonstop
-1h behind
165 1-stop hubs
EWR–ORD is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 717 miles in approximately 1h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 165 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop EWR–ORD service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 127 | 32Q, 739, 752, 7M9, A21N, B39M | 2h10-2h51 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 56 | 319, 738, 7M8, E70, E75 | 2h44-2h57 | Oneworld | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 42 | 739, 752, 7M8, 7M9, A21N, B39M | 1h34-2h51 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 39 | 319, 738, B38M, E70, E75 | 2h45-6h46 | Oneworld | – | |
| BA British Airways | 7 | E75 | 2h57 | Oneworld | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 32Q | 2h43 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 7 | 32B | 2h18 | – | – | |
| G7 GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EWR to ORD direction.
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42
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
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50
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285
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252
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to ORD.
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One-Stop Connections
165
Hubs
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Fastest
~43h
Longest
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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.
Reliability
On-Time Performance
What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
EWR → ORD
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
Arriving
98%
Return
ORD → EWR
59%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
59%
Arriving
91%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
EWR delays → ORD delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Chicago from Newark
Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
| Metric | EWR→ORD | TEB→ORD | LGA→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 3 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 285 | 1 | 434 |
| Flight time | 1h 34m | 1h 44m | 2h 5m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – | – |
Teterboro (TEB) to Chicago flights · New York (LGA) to Chicago flights · New York (JFK) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour
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Newark.
EWR: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
EWR: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
717 mi / 1,154 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 34m to 6h 46m.
Getting to EWR
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
Facts
EWR–ORD Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Newark to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance717 mi / 1,154 km
Flight time1h 34m to 6h 46m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)8
Weekly flights285 out / 252 return
1-stop connections165 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EWR to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 34m to 6h 46m. The route covers 717 miles.
8 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Emirates, GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 285 nonstop flights per week from EWR to ORD. The return direction has about 252 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YHM, FOK, LCK, SCE, BED, FRG, CHO, BMG, INT, OWB, LGA, BWI, FTW, TUL, PNS, LNK, LIT, OMA, LCQ, OPF, APF, DAL, CAE, OKC, ASE, GJT, YQB, SCF, CRW, PLS, HDN, TYS, BFI, GCM, EGE, ONT, PVD, SDQ, NAS, SBA, MBJ, AVL, UVF, STT, BDL, SJD, PVR, GIG, BZE, LIR, CUN, AUA, ANC, IAD, BTV, CLT, MKG, GRR, BUF, GSP, PWM, CVG, MSN, ROC, SMF, PIT, DTW, GSO, MSP, SDF, CLE, DUB, YUL, GDL, SAT, PUJ, YOW, MSY, ORF, YYZ, CHS, IND, ATL, ILM, CMH, BNA, RDU, SYR, MKE, BOS, RIC, STL, MCI, SRQ, MEM, DCA, KOA, PBI, BGR, MAD, CHA, DFW, MCO, PDX, SAV, IAH, MIA, VIE, BCN, DEN, WAW, MEX, TPA, AUS, FLL, JFK, RSW, ZRH, JAX, AMS, LIS, LHR, MUC, FRA, HNL, KEF, JAC, PHX, LAX, AGS, SJU, SLC, EYW, LAS, PTY, BRU, SAN, SEA, YVR, GUA, MYR, MXP, SFO, YYC, SNA, BZN, CDG, NRT, BOG, HHH, VPS, PSP, SJO, MTJ, ATH, SXM, CPH, ICN, IST, GRU, CUR, TLV, FCO, DXB and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Newark.
Yes, return flights from ORD to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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.
United Airlines dominates EWR-ORD because both Newark and O'Hare are United hubs. United operates the route with mainline narrowbody equipment at high frequency throughout the day. American and Spirit offer competing service, but United holds structural dominance on this hub-to-hub pairing within its own network.
Westbound EWR-ORD block times average 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. Actual flight times can be shorter with favorable winds. Eastbound (ORD-EWR) typically runs 2 hours or less, aided by the jet stream. Airlines schedule conservative block times to absorb New York TRACON and ORD delay variability.
Early morning departures from EWR at 6–7 AM are the closest equivalent to red-eyes on this 2.5-hour route, arriving at ORD in time for morning connections. True overnight departures are uncommon on EWR-ORD given the short block time and time zone proximity. United occasionally schedules very late evening departures (10–11 PM) that function as quasi-overnight flights for Chicago-based travelers.
Newark to Chicago O'Hare Route
EWR-ORD is a United Airlines hub-to-hub segment connecting its primary New York gateway with its Chicago complex across 720 miles. Six airlines serve roughly 269 weekly frequencies, with United holding the dominant share. Block time averages around 2 hours 30 minutes westbound. The route carries high proportions of connecting passengers at both ends, characteristic of hub-to-hub operations.
Hub Integration and Delay Exposure
United's integrated EWR-ORD scheduling means connection timing at both ends is coordinated within its network bank structure. Newark's Ground Delay Programs, generated by New York TRACON congestion and fog events, frequently affect ORD departures, while ORD's winter weather and summer thunderstorms create the mirror effect for EWR-bound flights. The route is heavily used by United frequent flyers leveraging both hubs for transcon and transatlantic connections.