Kanazawa to Chicago (KMQ–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.
While no nonstop service exists between KMQ and ORD, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Kanazawa
| Metric | KMQ→ORD | NGO→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMQ | – | 108 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 3 |
| Flight time | 12h 45m | 11h 16m |
Travel Essentials
KMQ: JST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kanazawa, it's 4:00 AM in Chicago.
Japanese passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years, and allows multiple entries. You cannot extend a VWP stay or change immigration status. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Tokyo ($185 application fee).
ESTA asks for passport details, employment information, and security questions. Approval is usually instant but can take up to 72 hours. At US immigration, CBP officers may ask about your trip purpose, length of stay, and accommodation. Global Entry ($100, valid 5 years) gives you automated kiosks at major airports, skipping the main immigration line. Apply at ttp.cbp.dhs.gov and interview at the US Embassy Tokyo or at a US airport on arrival.
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Haneda to major US cities run 8 to 13 hours depending on the destination. ANA, JAL, United, Delta, American, Hawaiian Airlines, and Zipair operate dozens of daily frequencies. Los Angeles is about 10 hours, New York about 13 hours. The US uses the US dollar, trading at roughly 0.0065 USD per JPY. No vaccination requirements. Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app is an alternative to Global Entry for faster processing at 30+ US airports, free to use.
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.
KMQ–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMQ to ORD
Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base (KMQ) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
KMQ to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMQ to ORD is about 12 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,343 miles (10,207 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tokyo Haneda, Taiwan Taoyuan and Incheon. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tokoname (NGO).