Orlando to Chicago/West Chicago (MCO–DPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Chicago/West Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,010 mi 2h 22m nonstop -1h behind 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MCO and DPA, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MCO to DPA.
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One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
JAX ~3h 55m IND ~4h 29m TYS ~4h 33m CVG ~4h 42m BWI ~4h 43m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1
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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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MCO → DPA
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Return
DPA → MCO
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MCO delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago/West Chicago from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Dupage Airport.
Metric MCO→DPA SRQ→DPA
Distance from MCO – 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 2h 22m –
Departure OTP 66% –
Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to Chicago/West Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of MCO with service to Dupage Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago/West Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando.
MCO: EDT · DPA: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/West Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,010 mi / 1,625 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 22m.
Getting to MCO

SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).

Facts

MCO–DPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Chicago/West Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,010 mi / 1,625 km
Flight time2h 22m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
Destination: DPA
Full nameDupage Airport
IATA / ICAODPA / KDPA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation759 ft / 231 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MCO to DPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Dupage Airport take approximately 2h 22m. The route covers 1,010 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MCO to DPA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JAX, IND, TYS, CVG, BWI, BNA, APF, PBI, BCT, PIT, IAD, VPZ, PHL, OMA, PLS, PHX and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/West Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando.
Yes, return flights from DPA to MCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SRQ. 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 MCO to DPA

Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Dupage Airport (DPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MCO to DPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MCO to DPA ranges from 2 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,010 miles (1,625 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via JAX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).