Reykjavík to Chicago (KEF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KEF–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and airBaltic lead the route. The flight covers 2,936 miles in approximately 6h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair | 8 | 7M9 | 6h50 | – | – | – |
| BT airBaltic | 2 | 7M8 | 6h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
KEF: GMT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 1:00 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.
KEF–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KEF to ORD
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic and Icelandair. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KEF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KEF to ORD ranges from 6 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,936 miles (4,725 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via YHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.