Kalispell to Chicago (FCA–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA4699
UA United
E7W
12:34 PM
MDT
5:05 PM
CDT
3h 31m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5371
UA United
E75L
9:15 AM
CDT T1
12:34 PM
MDT
4h 19m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5842
UA United
E7W
9:20 AM
CDT T2
12:39 PM
MDT
4h 19m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Kalispell to Chicago
1 carrier, 5 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 5 Flights/wk 1,349 mi 3h 31m nonstop +1h ahead 19 1-stop hubs

FCA–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,349 miles in approximately 3h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FCA–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 5 E7W 3h31 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
E7W Embraer E175 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (5 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, FCA to ORD direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
5
Outbound / wk
10
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCA to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
988
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
FCA → ORD
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
84%
Return
ORD → FCA
22%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
22%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Kalispell

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric FCA→ORD MSO→ORD GEG→ORD
Distance from FCA 97 mi 159 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 3
Weekly flights 5 14 27
Flight time 3h 31m 3h 30m 3h 50m
Airports within 200 miles of FCA with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Kalispell.
FCA: MDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Kalispell, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,349 mi / 2,171 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 31m.
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.

FCA–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kalispell to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,349 mi / 2,171 km
Flight time3h 31m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights5 out / 10 return
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: FCA
IATA / ICAOFCA / KGPI
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr0.7M
Elevation2,977 ft / 907 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCA to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Glacier Park International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 3h 31m. The route covers 1,349 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 5 nonstop flights per week from FCA to ORD. The return direction has about 10 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, BHM, RNO, YYZ, DAL, IAD, SNA, SJC, SAN, TPA, PBI, SLC, LAX, DEN, SEA, MSP, PDX, LAS and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Kalispell.
Yes, return flights from ORD to FCA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MSO and GEG. 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.

Flights from FCA to ORD

Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

FCA to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCA to ORD ranges from 3 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,349 miles (2,171 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Missoula (MSO) and Spokane (GEG).