Fort Worth to Chicago (FTW–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fort Worth to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 817 mi 0h 45m nonstop +1h ahead 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FTW and ORD, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

Also explore FTW Routes ORD Routes FTW Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FTW to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
CVG ~3h 48m OMA ~3h 50m MSP ~4h 3m DAL ~4h 15m TUL ~4h 24m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
91
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
FTW → ORD
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
ORD → FTW
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Fort Worth

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric FTW→ORD DFW→ORD DAL→ORD
Distance from FTW – 19 mi 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 16 3
Weekly flights 1 464 14
Flight time 0h 45m 1h 7m 1h 13m
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Chicago flights · Dallas (DAL) to Chicago flights · Abilene (ABI) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of FTW with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Worth, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
817 mi / 1,315 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 45m.
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

FTW–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fort Worth to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance817 mi / 1,315 km
Flight time0h 45m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: FTW
Full nameFort Worth Meacham International Airport
IATA / ICAOFTW / KFTW
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation710 ft / 216 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 FTW to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Fort Worth Meacham International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 0h 45m. The route covers 817 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from FTW to ORD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, OMA, MSP, DAL, TUL, AUS, YHM, SAT, EVV, IAD, TPA, FOK, PHX, LAS, SCF, ASE, EWR, SJD, SLC, SNA, PBI, SEA, BNA and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Fort Worth.
Nearby alternatives include DFW, DAL and ABI. 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 FTW to ORD

Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FTW to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FTW to ORD ranges from 0 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 817 miles (1,315 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Dallas (DAL) and Abilene (ABI).