Hong Kong to Chicago (HKG–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HKG–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific leads the route. The flight covers 7,781 miles in approximately 17h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 35K | 14h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→ORD | CAN→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | – |
| Flight time | 17h 40m | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 5:00 AM in Chicago.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders are not eligible for the US Visa Waiver Program or ESTA. You must apply for a US visa (typically B-1/B-2) at the US Consulate General in Hong Kong before travel. Interview appointments are required and wait times vary. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
B-1/B-2 tourist and business visas are typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 6 months per visit.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
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.
HKG–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to ORD
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HKG to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to ORD is about 17 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,781 miles (12,522 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Seattle–Tacoma, Kansai and Taiwan Taoyuan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).