Fairbanks to Chicago (FAI–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA United
7M9
8:55 PM
AKDT
5:52 AM+1
CDT
5h 57m
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UA1379
UA United
7M8
8:55 PM
AKDT
6:02 AM+1
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6h 7m
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UA2223
UA United
7M8
4:09 PM
CDT T1
7:42 PM
AKDT
6h 33m
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Fairbanks to Chicago
1 carrier, 17 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 17 Flights/wk 2,778 mi 5h 10m nonstop +3h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

FAI–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,778 miles in approximately 5h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore FAI Routes ORD Routes FAI Live Flights ORD Live Flights FAI Delays ORD Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FAI–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 14 7M8, 7M9 5h57-6h07 100% Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – UA
7M9 Boeing 737 MAX 9 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, FAI to ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
17
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FAI to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
445
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Chicago is 3 hours ahead of Fairbanks.
FAI: AKDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fairbanks, it's 9:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
2,778 mi / 4,471 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 10m to 6h 7m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

FAI–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fairbanks to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance2,778 mi / 4,471 km
Flight time5h 10m to 6h 7m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights17 out / 8 return
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 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 FAI to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 5h 10m to 6h 7m. The route covers 2,778 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 17 nonstop flights per week from FAI to ORD. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RFD, SLC, PDX, EWR, LAS, SFO, JFK, NLU, DEN, SEA, ANC, CPH, XMN, MIA and HKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 3 hours ahead of Fairbanks.
Yes, return flights from ORD to FAI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 FAI to ORD

Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

FAI to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FAI to ORD ranges from 5 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,778 miles (4,471 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via RFD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.