Houston to Chicago (HOU–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 946 mi 2h 23m nonstop 178 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between HOU and ORD, connecting options are available through 178 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HOU to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
178
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,572
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 Houston

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric HOU→ORD IAH→ORD AUS→ORD
Distance from HOU – 24 mi 148 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 23 18
Weekly flights 1 426 318
Flight time 2h 23m 2h 13m 2h 35m
Departure OTP 75% – –
Houston (IAH) to Chicago flights · Austin (AUS) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of HOU 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 Houston.
HOU: CDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
946 mi / 1,523 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 23m.
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

HOU–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance946 mi / 1,523 km
Flight time2h 23m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections178 hubs
Origin: HOU
Full nameWilliam P. Hobby Airport
IATA / ICAOHOU / KHOU
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr14.2M
Elevation46 ft / 14 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 HOU to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 23m. The route covers 946 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from HOU to ORD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FTW, SWO, SUS, CMI, MKC, MKL, MQY, MLI, LUK, HQZ, MKE, DSM, GRR, ICT, LAN, GPT, GJT, IAH, AIK, RST, CID, CHA, CLE, ATW, LEX, INT, JAN, PTK, CRW, FNL, ORL, APA, MAF, GSP, AGS, EAR, GSO, CKB, OPF, ALO, CLT, CAE, CHO, FMY, PIE, BUF, RIL, SAF, TEB, PGD, SUA, HDN, IAD, SRQ, APF, LNK, LEB, RIC, RSW, MTY, BDR, YYZ, MRK, RAP, ILM, PHL, ASE, PBI, BED, EGE, ABE, ALB, HPN, SCF, MTJ, FRG, SYR, BJX, MLM, EYW, EWR, HYA, YOW, MHT, MVY, BDL, PVD, TUS, NAS, YUL, GDL, JFK, JAC, IFP, BOS, GCM, BZN, VNY, BGR, BZE, SUN, PVR, YLW, SBA, SEA, PSP, FCA, SNA, YYC, FAT, SJD, GEG, MRY, PDX, BFI, SFO, YVR, SXM, LIR, BGI, MSP, OMA, LGB, SLC, MDW, ATL, TPA, AVL, DFW, MCO, SAT, TYS, BNA, SDF, SJU, MSY, STL, MEM, DEN, MCI, OKC, BWI, AUS, IND, JAX, ABQ, TUL, PIT, DAL, SMF, LIT, PHX, DCA, PNS, MAD, CHS, SAN, LGA, LAS, ELP, BHM, FLL, RDU, CMH, LAX, ECP, SAV, MIA, VPS, HVN, ONT, CUN, COS, SJC, SJO, MBJ, CMA and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to HOU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include IAH and AUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 HOU to ORD

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

HOU to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HOU to ORD ranges from 2 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 946 miles (1,523 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

178 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH) and Austin (AUS).