Fort Dodge to Chicago (FOD–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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324 mi airlines 14/wk
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Flight Schedule 6 flights Verified 12h ago
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UA5119
UA United
CRJ
10:15 AM
CDT
11:43 AM
CDT
1h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5100
UA United
CRJ
6:30 PM
CDT
7:58 PM
CDT
1h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5076
UA United
CRJ
7:45 AM
CDT T2
9:25 AM
CDT
1h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5121
UA United
CR2
7:45 AM
CDT T2
9:22 AM
CDT
1h 37m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5051
UA United
CR2
12:32 PM
CDT T2
2:06 PM
CDT
1h 34m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA6059
UA United
CRJ
12:34 PM
CDT T2
2:05 PM
CDT
1h 31m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Fort Dodge to Chicago
1 carrier, 14 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 324 mi 1h 28m nonstop 0 1-stop hubs

FOD–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 324 miles in approximately 1h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 0 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FOD–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 14 CRJ 1h28 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
CRJ Bombardier CRJ – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (14 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, FOD 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
14
Outbound / wk
24
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FOD to ORD.
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One-Stop Connections
0
Hubs
Fastest
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
FOD → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
ORD → FOD
46%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
46%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Fort Dodge

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric FOD→ORD MCW→ORD DSM→ORD
Distance from FOD 61 mi 76 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 11
Weekly flights 14 17 332
Flight time 1h 28m 1h 24m 0h 44m
Airports within 200 miles of FOD with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Fort Dodge.
FOD: CDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Dodge, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
324 mi / 521 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 28m.
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.

FOD–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Dodge to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance324 mi / 521 km
Flight time1h 28m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights14 out / 24 return
1-stop connections0 hubs
Origin: FOD
IATA / ICAOFOD / KFOD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation1,156 ft / 352 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FOD to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Fort Dodge Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 28m. The route covers 324 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from FOD to ORD. The return direction has about 24 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through . These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to FOD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MCW, DSM and ALO. 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 FOD to ORD

Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

FOD to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FOD to ORD ranges from 1 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 324 miles (521 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 38 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

0 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately hours via hub. Nearby alternative airports include Mason City (MCW), Des Moines (DSM) and Waterloo (ALO).