West Lafayette to Chicago (LAF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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West Lafayette to Chicago
2 carriers, 11 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 11 Flights/wk 119 mi 1h 4m nonstop -1h behind 4 1-stop hubs

LAF–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 119 miles in approximately 1h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore LAF Routes ORD Routes LAF Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LAF–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 11 CR2 1h04 – Star Alliance –
OO SkyWest Airlines 1 – – – – –
Aircraft on this route
CR2 Canadair Regional Jet 200 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (11 flights/wk, 92%)
Unaffiliated: OO (1 flights/wk, 8%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LAF to ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
FWA ~3h 44m BHM ~4h 48m SLC ~8h 8m SFO ~10h 49m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAF → ORD
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
76%
Return
ORD → LAF
38%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
38%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from West Lafayette

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric LAF→ORD IND→ORD CMI→ORD
Distance from LAF – 59 mi 75 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 13 2
Weekly flights 11 513 49
Flight time 1h 4m 0h 28m 1h 10m
Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago flights · Savoy (CMI) to Chicago flights · South Bend (SBN) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of LAF 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 West Lafayette.
LAF: EDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in West Lafayette, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
119 mi / 192 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 4m.
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

LAF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the West Lafayette to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance119 mi / 192 km
Flight time1h 4m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights11 out / 11 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: LAF
Full namePurdue University Airport
IATA / ICAOLAF / KLAF
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Winamac
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation606 ft / 185 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 LAF to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Purdue University Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 4m. The route covers 119 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 11 nonstop flights per week from LAF to ORD. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FWA, BHM, SLC and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind West Lafayette.
Yes, return flights from ORD to LAF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include IND, CMI and SBN. 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 LAF to ORD

Purdue University Airport (LAF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LAF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAF to ORD ranges from 1 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 119 miles (192 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FWA. Nearby alternative airports include Indianapolis (IND), Savoy (CMI) and South Bend (SBN).