Kansas City to Chicago (MKC–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MKC–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 403 miles in approximately 1h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 58 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | 739 | 1h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Kansas City
| Metric | MKC→ORD | MCI→ORD | MHK→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MKC | – | 14 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 20 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 473 | 42 |
| Flight time | 1h 4m | 1h 27m | 1h 59m |
Travel Essentials
MKC: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, it's 6:00 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.
MKC–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MKC to ORD
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MKC to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MKC to ORD ranges from 1 hours 4 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 403 miles (648 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
58 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kansas City (MCI), Manhattan (MHK) and Kirksville (IRK).