Morelia to Chicago (MLM–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,711 mi airlines 16/wk
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F96859
F9 Frontier
A20N
8:12 PM
CST
1:13 AM+1
CDT
4h 1m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y47820
Y4 Volaris
320
11:16 PM
CST
4:17 AM+1
CDT
4h 1m
M T W T F S S
Prices
F96920
F9 Frontier
320
11:16 PM
CST
4:17 AM+1
CDT
4h 1m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y45858
Y4 Volaris
A20N
6:00 AM
CDT T5
9:13 AM
CST
4h 13m
M T W T F S S
Prices
F96921
F9 Frontier
320
6:00 AM
CDT T5
9:13 AM
CST
4h 13m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y47821
Y4 Volaris
A20N
6:00 AM
CDT T5
9:13 AM
CST
4h 13m
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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Morelia to Chicago
2 carriers, 16 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 16 Flights/wk 1,711 mi 4h 1m nonstop +1h ahead 10 1-stop hubs

MLM–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Frontier and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 1,711 miles in approximately 4h 1m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MLM–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
F9 Frontier 9 320, A20N 4h01
Y4 Volaris 7 320 4h01
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – F9, Y4
A20NF9
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: F9 + Y4 (16 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, MLM to ORD direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
16
Outbound / wk
16
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MLM to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
817
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
MLM → ORD
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
Return
ORD → MLM
25%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
25%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Morelia

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric MLM→ORD QRO→ORD BJX→ORD
Distance from MLM 76 mi 84 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 2
Weekly flights 16 4 8
Flight time 4h 1m 3h 43m 3h 51m
Airports within 200 miles of MLM with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Morelia.
MLM: CST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Morelia, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,711 mi / 2,753 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 1m.
Visa & Entry

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.

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.

MLM–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Morelia to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,711 mi / 2,753 km
Flight time4h 1m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights16 out / 16 return
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: MLM
IATA / ICAOMLM / MMMM
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr2.2M
Elevation6,033 ft / 1,839 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MLM to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 4h 1m. The route covers 1,711 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Frontier and Volaris.
There are approximately 16 nonstop flights per week from MLM to ORD. The return direction has about 16 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PVR, CUN, MEX, DFW, IAH, SMF, LAX, MTY, ONT and SJC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Morelia.
Yes, return flights from ORD to MLM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include QRO, BJX and MEX. 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 MLM to ORD

General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier and Volaris. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

MLM to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MLM to ORD ranges from 4 hours 1 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,711 miles (2,753 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via PVR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Querétaro (QRO), Silao (BJX) and Mexico City (MEX).