Orlando to Chicago (ISM–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,013 mi 2h 35m nonstop -1h behind 41 1-stop hubs

ISM–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. FlyNordic leads the route. The flight covers 1,013 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ISM–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
LF FlyNordic 0 – – – – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: LF (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 ISM to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
41
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
63
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 Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric ISM→ORD MCO→ORD MLB→ORD
Distance from ISM – 12 mi 50 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 24 1
Weekly flights 0 465 2
Flight time 2h 35m 2h 55m 3h 8m
Orlando (MCO) to Chicago flights · Melbourne (MLB) to Chicago flights · Tampa (TPA) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of ISM 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 behind Orlando.
ISM: EDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,013 mi / 1,631 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 35m.
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

ISM–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,013 mi / 1,631 km
Flight time2h 35m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections41 hubs
Origin: ISM
Full nameKissimmee Gateway Airport
IATA / ICAOISM / KISM
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation82 ft / 25 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 ISM to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Kissimmee Gateway Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 35m. The route covers 1,013 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: FlyNordic.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BHM, STL, BNA, MDW, CHS, OPF, SDF, MCO, HHH, CMH, SRQ, ATL, RSW, RDU, PBI, IAD, DCA, BWI, TEB, BUF, MKE, HOU, FLL, NAS, MSP, MIA, ALB, SYR, DAL, OMA, JFK, PVD, SAT, AUS, GCM, OKC, SLC, VNY, PSP, SJC and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando.
Yes, return flights from ORD to ISM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MCO, MLB and TPA. 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 ISM to ORD

Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from FlyNordic.

ISM to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ISM to ORD ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,013 miles (1,631 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (MCO), Melbourne (MLB) and Tampa (TPA).