Mexico City to Chicago (NLU–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AC7249
AC Air Canada
76F
9:10 PM
CST
2:05 AM+1
CDT
3h 55m
M T W T F S S
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Mexico City to Chicago
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 1,668 mi 3h 55m nonstop +1h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

NLU–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 1,668 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NLU–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 3 76F 3h55 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
76F Boeing 767 Freighter – AC
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC (3 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, NLU to ORD direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NLU to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~46h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
660
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
NLU → ORD
79%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
79%
Return
ORD → NLU
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Mexico City

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric NLU→ORD MEX→ORD QRO→ORD
Distance from NLU 22 mi 97 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 6 1
Weekly flights 4 63 4
Flight time 3h 55m 3h 55m 3h 43m
Airports within 200 miles of NLU with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,668 mi / 2,685 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 55m to 5h 25m.
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.

NLU–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mexico City to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,668 mi / 2,685 km
Flight time3h 55m to 5h 25m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: NLU
IATA / ICAONLU / MMSM
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.3M
Elevation7,369 ft / 2,246 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NLU to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Felipe Ángeles International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 3h 55m to 5h 25m. The route covers 1,668 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Air Canada.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from NLU to ORD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, PHL, PDX, DFW, GDL, CUN, IAH, MTY, PUJ, ANC, BOG and IST. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Nearby alternatives include MEX, QRO and MLM. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 NLU to ORD

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

NLU to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NLU to ORD ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes to 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,668 miles (2,685 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (MEX), Querétaro (QRO) and Morelia (MLM).