Chicago to New York (ORD–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Chicago to New York
6 carriers, 478 flights/week nonstop.
6 Airlines
478 Flights/wk
731 mi
1h 41m nonstop
+1h ahead
98 1-stop hubs
ORD–LGA is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 731 miles in approximately 1h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 98 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop ORD–LGA service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| UA United Airlines | 169 | 320, 738, 73G, 7M8, B38M, E75L, E7W | 1h41-2h27 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 134 | 738, E75, E75L, E75S | 2h01-2h59 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 91 | 221, 223, 738, BCS1, E70, E75, E75S | 1h55-2h35 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 76 | 738, E75, E75S | 2h07-2h20 | Oneworld | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | |
| AF Air France | 1 | E70 | 2h15 | SkyTeam | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ORD to LGA direction.
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Departure time distribution
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478
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to LGA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
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Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
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ORD → LGA
46%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
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46%
Arriving
100%
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0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
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OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
ORD delays → LGA delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach New York from Chicago
Nearby airports with service to LaGuardia Airport.
| Metric | ORD→LGA | MDW→LGA | MKE→LGA |
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| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 478 | 88 | 51 |
| Flight time | 1h 41m | 2h | 2h 10m |
| Departure OTP | 46% | – | – |
Chicago (MDW) to New York flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to New York flights · Madison (MSN) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of ORD with service to LaGuardia Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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New York is 1 hour
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ORD: CDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
ORD: CDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
731 mi / 1,177 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 41m to 2h 59m.
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.
Getting from LGA
Taxis from LGA to Midtown Manhattan cost $30–45 (flat rates do not apply from LGA; metered). Ride-shares pickup is on the lower level; fares to Midtown typically $35–55. Allow 30–60 minutes off-peak, 60–90 minutes during rush hour.The M60 Select Bus ($2.90) connects to the subway at multiple points and takes 45–70 minutes to Manhattan. Q70 Select Bus connects to the 7/E/F/M/R trains at Jackson Heights for additional subway access. Note that LGA has no direct subway or rail link as of 2026.
New York Climate
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. LGA is one of the most disruption-prone major US airports. A combination of weather (nor'easters, summer thunderstorms, winter ice) and congested airspace drives delays year-round. Summer (June–August) afternoon thunderstorms cause frequent ground delays and can back up the eastern seaboard for hours.
Winter (December–February) brings snow and freezing rain events, with −5–4°C averages. Nor'easters typically cause 1–2 significant cancellation events per season. Spring and autumn are the most operationally stable periods. Connections through LGA require buffer time to absorb accumulated delays.
Facts
ORD–LGA Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Chicago to New York route.
Route details
Distance731 mi / 1,177 km
Flight time1h 41m to 2h 59m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)6
Weekly flights478 out / 432 return
1-stop connections98 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ORD to LGA flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to LaGuardia Airport take approximately 1h 41m to 2h 59m. The route covers 731 miles.
6 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 478 nonstop flights per week from ORD to LGA. The return direction has about 432 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB, MMU, BED, PVD, VPS, SUA, AUS, HHH, RAP, SMF, ASE, NAS, HOU, YYC, AGS, LAS, PSP, PDX, BWI, ROC, LEX, DCA, PHL, HSV, SYR, DTW, ALB, CLE, MSP, YYZ, CHO, ILM, GRR, IAD, MDW, BGR, RDU, PIT, CHA, CVG, BHM, SRQ, STL, GSP, TYS, JAX, ATL, ROA, CMH, MCI, CLT, SDF, BOS, MKE, BUF, MSN, GSO, CAE, RIC, BTV, IND, LIT, BNA, JFK, EWR, ORF, YUL, FLL, PBI, CHS, MEM, PWM, OKC, SAV, TUL, IAH, MCO, MIA, RSW, OMA, DSM, TPA, AVL, MSY, XNA, DFW, DEN, MYR, DAL, BZN, EYW, HPN, ECP, SLC, SUS, PNS, LAX and AUA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Yes, return flights from LGA to ORD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Both O'Hare and LaGuardia are slot-controlled airports, meaning carriers must hold FAA slots to operate scheduled service. This limits the total number of daily departures and is why fewer airlines (5) serve this corridor than more open-market routes. Slots on this pair trade at high value and constrain new entrant competition.
ORD–LGA is one of the most delay-prone segments in the US system. O'Hare's weather exposure (winter storms, summer thunderstorms) and high traffic volume create cascading delays. LaGuardia's single runway configuration and proximity to storms tracking up the Eastern Seaboard compound the problem. Both airports consistently rank in the top 5 for average delay minutes.
LaGuardia's Terminal B (the Central Terminal Building replacement) opened in 2022 and significantly modernized the airport's main facility. Terminal C (Delta) also underwent major renovation. The new facilities include improved TSA lanes, better signage, and a consolidated ground transportation area. The airport still lacks a direct rail link to Manhattan.
Chicago O'Hare to New York LaGuardia
ORD–LGA is a core US business corridor connecting the Midwest's dominant hub to Manhattan's closest commercial airport. Five carriers operate roughly 430 weekly departures on this slot-controlled route, with American, Delta, and United holding the majority of capacity. Flight time is 2 hours. The route is dominated by business travelers, given LaGuardia's central positioning for Midtown Manhattan.
Delay Profile and Practical Notes
ORD and LGA consistently rank among the US system's most delay-affected airports. Travelers using this corridor for time-sensitive meetings should build significant buffer into their schedules, particularly during afternoon and evening peak windows and during winter months at O'Hare. LaGuardia has no direct rail connection to Manhattan. The M60 bus to 125th Street, taxis, and ride-shares provide the available ground connections.