Milwaukee to Chicago (MKE–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Milwaukee to Chicago
5 carriers, 505 flights/week nonstop.
5 Airlines
505 Flights/wk
67 mi
0h 37m nonstop
134 1-stop hubs
MKE–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 67 miles in approximately 0h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 134 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop MKE–ORD service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, CM, NZ | 116 | 739, 7M8, CR2, CR5, CRJ, E75L, E7W | 0h37-1h11 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, CM, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, EI, QR | 104 | CR7, E70 | 1h09-1h27 | Oneworld | AS, EI, QR | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | 1h03 | SkyTeam | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MKE to ORD direction.
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MKE to ORD.
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Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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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 Milwaukee
Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
| Metric | MKE→ORD | MSN→ORD | RFD→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MKE | – | 74 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 14 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 505 | 478 | 28 |
| Flight time | 0h 37m | 0h 25m | 1h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Madison (MSN) to Chicago flights · Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Chicago flights · Chicago (MDW) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of MKE with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Chicago is 0 hours
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MKE: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Milwaukee, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
MKE: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Milwaukee, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
67 mi / 108 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 37m to 1h 27m.
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.
Facts
MKE–ORD Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Milwaukee to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance67 mi / 108 km
Flight time0h 37m to 1h 27m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)5
Weekly flights505 out / 463 return
1-stop connections134 hubs
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 MKE to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 0h 37m to 1h 27m. The route covers 67 miles.
5 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. Plus 7 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 505 nonstop flights per week from MKE to ORD. The return direction has about 463 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, GRR, ATW, GRB, MSN, LCK, PTK, LAF, RST, IND, BKL, DAY, SER, CMH, CVG, RHI, SDF, SBN, TUL, AAO, LUK, CLE, DSM, MKC, CGI, BTP, YYZ, MWA, BUF, CRW, PIT, OMA, TYS, DLH, TEB, AVL, MSY, TRI, MEM, SLN, BED, CHO, CMX, IAD, LEB, RIC, FTW, GPT, SCE, RDU, CHS, APA, HPN, FNL, AGS, HVN, LNK, SAV, HHH, CHA, ORL, HOU, MYR, ALB, ISM, ICT, PIE, EGE, FMY, APF, SAF, OKC, SRQ, OPF, SUA, MRK, JAC, BZN, SCF, MTJ, FLL, PBI, YEG, SAT, EYW, MIA, IFP, YYT, VNY, YYC, CWA, ELP, RNO, CUN, PLS, SNA, MBJ, LAX, PVR, SBA, SJC, MRY, MQT, SFO, PUJ, RSW, SLC, TPA, JFK, BNA, STL, MSP, BWI, DTW, PHL, BRU, DFW, OGG, ATL, LGA, DCA, MCI, CLT, IAH, BOS, PHX, EWR, DEN, MCO, LAS, SEA, DAL, AUS and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to MKE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
The Milwaukee–Chicago O'Hare distance is 80 miles by road, with typical driving times of 90–120 minutes depending on traffic. The Amtrak Hiawatha service runs Milwaukee to Chicago's Union Station in about 90 minutes, which is city-center to city-center. Flying to O'Hare adds airport check-in, security, and baggage claim time, making the flight practical primarily for passengers connecting onward from ORD rather than those whose destination is downtown Chicago.
The primary use case is as a feeder from Milwaukee into O'Hare's connecting network for long-haul domestic or international itineraries. A Milwaukee resident flying to Tokyo, London, or Sydney may find a single-ticket connection through ORD on a major carrier more convenient than driving to O'Hare and parking, particularly with checked baggage. The airline handles the bag transfer and provides rebooking protection on the through-ticket.
Five carriers serve this route, primarily with regional jets. United Express (operated by regional affiliates) is the primary operator, using CRJ or E175 equipment. American Eagle regional jets also serve the route. The block time is 35–45 minutes, the minimum practical operating segment for a commercial regional aircraft given turnaround time requirements.
Milwaukee to Chicago O'Hare: Ultra-Short Feeder Segment
The Milwaukee–Chicago O'Hare route is one of the shortest regularly scheduled commercial segments in the US domestic network, functioning primarily as a feeder connector for Milwaukee-area travelers accessing O'Hare's global connection hub on single-ticket itineraries. Five carriers operate 252 weekly departures, nearly all on regional jets. The route exists because the value proposition is not speed between the two cities but rather the protection of a single-ticket itinerary with baggage transfer and rebooking rights for onward connections.
MKE as an Alternative to O'Hare
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport serves as an overflow option for Chicago-area residents seeking lower fares or less congestion than O'Hare or Midway. Southwest's Milwaukee operation has historically drawn passengers from the northern Chicago suburbs willing to drive 45 minutes to access lower fares on key leisure routes.