Jacksonville to Chicago (JAX–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JAX–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 865 miles in approximately 2h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 113 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, NH, NZ | 45 | 320, 738, 739, B39M, E7W | 2h46-3h | Star Alliance | AC, LX, NH, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, GF, RJ | 42 | 319, 738, E75, E75S | 2h49-3h04 | Oneworld | AS, GF, RJ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Jacksonville
| Metric | JAX→ORD | GNV→ORD | SAV→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JAX | – | 66 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 230 | 1 | 134 |
| Flight time | 2h 46m | 2h 45m | 1h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JAX: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Jacksonville, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
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.
JAX–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JAX to ORD
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 230 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JAX to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JAX to ORD ranges from 2 hours 46 minutes to 3 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 865 miles (1,393 km). There are approximately 230 weekly flights outbound and 204 return, totaling 434 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
113 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CMI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Gainesville (GNV), Savannah (SAV) and Hilton Head Island (HHH).