Chicago to Columbus (ORD–LCK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Chicago to Columbus
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
300 mi 0h 57m nonstop +1h ahead 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and LCK, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to LCK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
429
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Columbus from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Rickenbacker International Airport.
Metric ORD→LCK MKE→LCK
Distance from ORD – 67 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Flight time 0h 57m 0h 46m
Departure OTP 36% –
Milwaukee (MKE) to Columbus flights
Airports within 200 miles of ORD with service to Rickenbacker International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
ORD: CDT · LCK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Columbus.
Distance & Flight Time
300 mi / 483 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 57m.
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–LCK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Columbus route.
Route details
Distance300 mi / 483 km
Flight time0h 57m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: LCK
Full nameRickenbacker International Airport
IATA / ICAOLCK / KLCK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation744 ft / 227 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to LCK flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rickenbacker International Airport take approximately 0h 57m. The route covers 300 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YIP, MKE, IND, CVG, BED, EWR, BNA, ORL, JFK, AUS, BOS, MCO, APA, PIE, SLC, VPS, MYR, ONT, SMF, SAN, SJO, OSL, SNN, HHN, AMS, HNL, ANC, SRQ, IAD, FLL, SAV and EYW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Yes, return flights from LCK to ORD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MKE. 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 ORD to LCK

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ORD to LCK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ORD to LCK ranges from 0 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 300 miles (483 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via YIP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Milwaukee (MKE).