Mexico City to Chicago (MEX–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MEX–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico, Volaris and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,689 miles in approximately 3h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: SK, WS | 14 | B38M, B39M | 4h15-4h25 | – | SkyTeam | SK, WS |
| Y4 Volaris Also: F9 | 14 | 32Q, A21N | 3h57-4h02 | – | – | F9 |
| AA American Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 4h34 | – | Oneworld | – |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | B38M | 4h19 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| VB Viva | 7 | 320 | 4h01 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→ORD | NLU→ORD | QRO→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 22 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 87 | 5 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 57m | 3h 55m | 3h 45m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
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.
MEX–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to ORD
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Aeromexico, United Airlines, Viva and Volaris. With 87 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEX to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to ORD ranges from 3 hours 57 minutes to 4 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,689 miles (2,719 km). There are approximately 87 weekly flights outbound and 80 return, totaling 167 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (NLU), Querétaro (QRO) and Morelia (MLM).