Columbus to Chicago (LCK–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbus to Chicago
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 300 mi 1h 15m nonstop -1h behind 11 1-stop hubs

LCK–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific leads the route. The flight covers 300 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LCK–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CX Cathay Pacific 2 74N 1h15 – Oneworld –
Aircraft on this route
74N Boeing 747-8F – CX
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: CX (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LCK to ORD direction.
Mon
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Tue
2
flights
Wed
0
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Thu
0
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Fri
0
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Sat
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Sun
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LCK to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
DAY ~3h 36m RIC ~4h 46m BED ~5h 28m ANC ~12h 48m AMS ~16h 55m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
379
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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
LCK → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
ORD → LCK
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
40%
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 Columbus

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric LCK→ORD CMH→ORD DAY→ORD
Distance from LCK – 13 mi 69 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 12 7
Weekly flights 2 429 174
Flight time 1h 15m 1h 21m 1h 7m
Columbus (CMH) to Chicago flights · Dayton (DAY) to Chicago flights · Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of LCK 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 Columbus.
LCK: EDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
300 mi / 483 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 15m.
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

LCK–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbus to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance300 mi / 483 km
Flight time1h 15m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: LCK
Full nameRickenbacker International Airport
IATA / ICAOLCK / KLCK
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation744 ft / 227 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 LCK to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Rickenbacker International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 15m. The route covers 300 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Cathay Pacific.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from LCK to ORD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAY, RIC, BED, ANC, AMS, SAV, SRQ, FLL, MIA, VPS and MYR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Columbus.
Nearby alternatives include CMH, DAY and CVG. 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 LCK to ORD

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LCK to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LCK to ORD ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 300 miles (483 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DAY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (CMH), Dayton (DAY) and Cincinnati / Covington (CVG).