Chicago to Glasgow (ORD–GLA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Glasgow
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+6h ahead 20 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and GLA, connecting options are available through 20 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to GLA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,501
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+6h
Glasgow is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
ORD: CDT · GLA: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Glasgow.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

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.

ORD–GLA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Glasgow route.
Route details
Time difference+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: GLA
IATA / ICAOGLA / EGPF
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr6.5M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to GLA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LTN, KEF, AGP, SRQ, BIF, NAP, SID, BCN, FCO, LIS, YYZ, LHR, AMS, EWR, DUB, CDG, FRA, MXP, KRK and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Glasgow is 6 hours ahead of 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

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via LTN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.