Lincoln to Chicago (LNK–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LNK–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Copa Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 465 miles in approximately 0h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 33 | CR5, CR7, CRJ | 0h37-2h02 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 7 | CR2 | 2h06 | Star Alliance | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Lincoln
| Metric | LNK→ORD | OMA→ORD | SUX→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LNK | – | 55 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 10 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 40 | 241 | 7 |
| Flight time | 0h 37m | 1h | 1h 47m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LNK: MDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lincoln, it's 7:00 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.
LNK–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LNK to ORD
Lincoln Airport (LNK) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 40 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LNK to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LNK to ORD ranges from 0 hours 37 minutes to 2 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 465 miles (749 km). There are approximately 40 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 82 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA), Sioux City (SUX) and Manhattan (MHK).