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 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 324 miles in approximately 1h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 51 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, NH, NZ | 99 | CR5, CRJ, E7W | 1h45-1h52 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, NH, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, BA, EI, QR, RJ | 40 | CR7, CR9, E70 | 1h45-2h28 | Oneworld | AS, BA, EI, QR, RJ | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Lexington
| Metric | LEX→ORD | SDF→ORD | CVG→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LEX | – | 62 mi | 70 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 19 | 25 |
| Weekly flights | 271 | 443 | 585 |
| Flight time | 1h 34m | 1h 21m | 0h 48m |
| 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, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 271 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 34 minutes to 2 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 324 miles (521 km). There are approximately 271 weekly flights outbound and 218 return, totaling 489 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Louisville (SDF), Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) and Cincinnati (LUK).