Lexington to Chicago (LEX–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LEX–ORD is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 324 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 40 | CR5, CR7, E75L, E7W | 1h44-1h49 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 36 | CR7, E70, E75 | 1h36-1h56 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 21 | CR7, E70 | 1h35-1h51 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 21 | E70, E75 | 1h35-1h43 | – | – | |
| AV avianca | 7 | CR5 | 1h44 | Star Alliance | – | |
| BA British Airways | 7 | E75 | 1h35 | Oneworld | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Lexington
| Metric | LEX→ORD | SDF→ORD | CVG→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LEX | – | 62 mi | 70 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 11 | 12 |
| Weekly flights | 132 | 237 | 312 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 0h 53m | 0h 47m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LEX: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lexington, it's 5:00 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.
LEX–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LEX to ORD
Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, avianca, British Airways, Aer Lingus, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 132 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LEX to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LEX to ORD ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 324 miles (521 km). There are approximately 132 weekly flights outbound and 125 return, totaling 257 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CMH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Louisville (SDF), Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) and Dayton (DAY).