Chicago to Kearney (ORD–EAR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Kearney
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 2 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and EAR, connecting options are available through 2 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to EAR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~15h
Fastest
~18h
Longest
OMA ~15h 38m DEN ~18h 36m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
158
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ORD → EAR
25%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
25%
Return
EAR → ORD
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Kearney is 1 hour behind Chicago.
ORD: CDT · EAR: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Kearney.
Getting to ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.

Facts

ORD–EAR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Kearney route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: EAR
Full nameKearney Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOEAR / KEAR
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation2,131 ft / 650 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to EAR flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kearney is 1 hour behind Chicago.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.