Manhattan to Chicago (MHK–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AA4023
AA American
E70
7:00 AM
MDT
8:56 AM
CDT
1h 56m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3721
AA American
E70
7:04 AM
MDT
9:05 AM
CDT
2h 1m
M T W T F S S
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BA1674
BA British
E70
7:04 AM
MDT
9:05 AM
CDT
2h 1m
M T W T F S S
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AA3406
AA American
E70
5:36 PM
MDT
7:41 PM
CDT
2h 5m
M T W T F S S
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AA3696
AA American
E75
6:24 PM
MDT
8:39 PM
CDT
1h 15m
M T W T F S S
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AA3696
AA American
E75
2:36 PM
CDT T3
4:30 PM
MDT
1h 54m
M T W T F S S
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AA3982
AA American
E70
3:05 PM
CDT T3
5:06 PM
MDT
2h 1m
M T W T F S S
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AA4178
AA American
E70
9:09 PM
CDT T3
11:05 PM
MDT
1h 56m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3720
AA American
E70
10:03 PM
CDT T3
11:59 PM
MDT
1h 56m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Manhattan to Chicago
2 carriers, 34 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 34 Flights/wk 500 mi 1h 15m nonstop +1h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

MHK–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 500 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MHK–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 28 E70, E75 1h15-2h05 Oneworld
BA British Airways 6 E70 2h01 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
E70 Embraer 170 – AA, BA
E75 Embraer E175 – AA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA + BA (34 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MHK to ORD direction.
Mon
5
flights
Tue
5
flights
Wed
5
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
5
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
5
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
5
Nonstop flights
34
Outbound / wk
28
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MHK to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
172
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MHK → ORD
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
84%
Return
ORD → MHK
47%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
47%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Manhattan

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric MHK→ORD SLN→ORD MCI→ORD
Distance from MHK 58 mi 105 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 2 10
Weekly flights 34 14 346
Flight time 1h 15m 1h 57m 1h 1m
Airports within 200 miles of MHK with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Manhattan.
MHK: MDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Manhattan, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
500 mi / 804 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 15m to 2h 5m.
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.

MHK–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Manhattan to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance500 mi / 804 km
Flight time1h 15m to 2h 5m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights34 out / 28 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: MHK
IATA / ICAOMHK / KMHK
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,057 ft / 322 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MHK to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Manhattan Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 1h 15m to 2h 5m. The route covers 500 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and British Airways.
There are approximately 34 nonstop flights per week from MHK to ORD. The return direction has about 28 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DSM, LAS, SNA and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Manhattan.
Yes, return flights from ORD to MHK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SLN, MCI and ICT. 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 MHK to ORD

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and British Airways. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

MHK to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MHK to ORD ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 500 miles (804 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 62 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DSM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Salina (SLN), Kansas City (MCI) and Wichita (ICT).