Reykjavík to Chicago (KEF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
KEF–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,936 miles in approximately 6h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair Also: BT | 20 | 7M8, 7M9 | 5h32-6h50 | – | – | BT |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, OS, SN | 7 | 753 | 6h50 | – | Star Alliance | AC, OS, SN |
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 Icelandair and United Airlines. With 48 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KEF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KEF to ORD is about 6 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,936 miles (4,725 km). There are approximately 48 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 83 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Toronto Pearson and Pittsburgh. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.