Midland to Chicago (MAF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Midland to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Airlines 1,048 mi 2h 45m nonstop 28 1-stop hubs

MAF–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Iberia and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,048 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore MAF Routes ORD Routes MAF Live Flights ORD Live Flights MAF Delays ORD Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MAF–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
IB Iberia 0 – – 72% Oneworld –
UA United Airlines 0 – – 72% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: IB (0 flights/wk, 0%)
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MAF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
947
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Midland

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric MAF→ORD ABI→ORD ROW→ORD
Distance from MAF – 151 mi 165 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 2
Weekly flights 0 – –
Flight time 2h 45m – 2h 12m
Departure OTP 72% – –
Abilene (ABI) to Chicago flights · Roswell (ROW) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of MAF with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Midland.
MAF: CDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Midland, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,048 mi / 1,687 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m.
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

MAF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Midland to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,048 mi / 1,687 km
Flight time2h 45m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: MAF
Full nameMidland International Air and Space Port
IATA / ICAOMAF / KMAF
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation2,871 ft / 875 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 MAF to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Midland International Air and Space Port to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 45m. The route covers 1,048 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Iberia and United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FTW, MDW, STL, SAT, HOU, OKC, SAF, ABQ, PSP, TUS, SJD, IAD, SLC, PBI, SNA, ORF, LAX, MIA, YYC, SFO, PHX, IAH, DEN, DFW, DAL, LAS, AUS and BNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to MAF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ABI and ROW. 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 MAF to ORD

Midland International Air and Space Port (MAF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Iberia and United Airlines.

MAF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MAF to ORD ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,048 miles (1,687 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abilene (ABI) and Roswell (ROW).