Rome to Chicago (FCO–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FCO–ORD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines, American Airlines and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 4,811 miles in approximately 10h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 8 | 77L, 788 | 9h52-10h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, IB | 7 | 789 | 10h32 | – | Oneworld | AY, BA, IB |
| AZ ITA Airways | 7 | 339 | 10h41 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, OS, SN | 7 | 781 | 10h30 | – | Star Alliance | AC, LX, OS, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Rome
| Metric | FCO→ORD | CIA→ORD | NAP→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 78 | 1 | 22 |
| Flight time | 10h 30m | 9h 26m | 10h 55m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 11:00 AM in Chicago.
Italian passport holders enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for stays up to 90 days. An approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is required before boarding and costs USD 21. ESTA approval is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Stays cannot be extended beyond 90 days under the VWP. The passport must be machine-readable and include an electronic chip.
Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.
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.
FCO–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to ORD
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines, American Airlines, ITA Airways and United Airlines. With 78 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to ORD is about 10 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,811 miles (7,742 km). There are approximately 78 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 141 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Frankfurt Main and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA) and Napoli (NAP).