Topeka to Chicago (FOE–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Topeka to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Airlines 458 mi 2h 10m nonstop 12 1-stop hubs

FOE–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 458 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FOE–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
OO SkyWest Airlines 0 – – – – –
UA United Airlines 0 – – – Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: OO (0 flights/wk, 0%)
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FOE to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
118
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Topeka

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric FOE→ORD MHK→ORD MCI→ORD
Distance from FOE – 56 mi 56 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 3 20
Weekly flights 0 42 473
Flight time 2h 10m 1h 59m 1h 27m
Manhattan (MHK) to Chicago flights · Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago flights · Salina (SLN) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of FOE with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Topeka, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
458 mi / 737 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 10m to 2h 49m.
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

FOE–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Topeka to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance458 mi / 737 km
Flight time2h 10m to 2h 49m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: FOE
Full nameTopeka Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOFOE / KFOE
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation1,078 ft / 329 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 FOE to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Topeka Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 10m to 2h 49m. The route covers 458 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SDF, MSP, CVG, HOU, RDU, MCO, DAL, PHX, JFK, LAS, CUN and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include MHK, MCI and SLN. 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 FOE to ORD

Topeka Regional Airport (FOE) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.

FOE to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FOE to ORD ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 49 minutes. The route covers a distance of 458 miles (737 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SDF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manhattan (MHK), Kansas City (MCI) and Salina (SLN).