Lisbon to Chicago (LIS–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LIS–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. TAP Air Portugal and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 3,999 miles in approximately 9h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP TAP Air Portugal | 5 | 339 | 9h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| B6 JetBlue | 4 | 339 | 9h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
LIS: WET · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon, it's 1:00 PM in Chicago.
Portugal is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Portuguese passport holders enter the United States for up to 90 days without a visa, but must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. The ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. Apply at the official CBP site (esta.cbp.dhs.gov) at least 72 hours before departure.
The 90-day stay cannot be extended, and you cannot change immigration status while in the US on the Visa Waiver Program.
Metro Red Line runs from downtown Lisbon (Alameda, Oriente) to the airport in 20–25 minutes (€1.85 single, or €0.48 on a Viva Viagem card). Trains run from 6:30am to 1am. The airport has its own station (Aeroporto) at the end of the Red Line.
Taxis from central Lisbon cost €10–15 and take 15–20 minutes with no traffic. Uber and Bolt are widely available at similar or lower prices. AeroBus (Carris) is slower (30–40 min) but cheaper at €4.
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.
LIS–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LIS to ORD
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue and TAP Air Portugal. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LIS to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LIS to ORD ranges from 9 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,999 miles (6,435 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 17 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.