Montrose to Chicago (MTJ–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MTJ–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,078 miles in approximately 3h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 5 | E7W | 3h28 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Montrose
| Metric | MTJ→ORD | TEX→ORD | GUC→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MTJ | – | 38 mi | 52 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 28m | 2h 26m | 3h 6m |
Travel Essentials
MTJ: MDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montrose, it's 7:00 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.
MTJ–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MTJ to ORD
Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and SkyWest Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MTJ to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MTJ to ORD is about 3 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,078 miles (1,736 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Dallas Fort Worth and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Telluride (TEX), Gunnison (GUC) and Grand Junction (GJT).