Chicago to New York (ORD–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ORD–LGA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 731 miles in approximately 2h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NZ | 162 | 738, 7M8 | 1h56-2h30 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, QR, RJ | 92 | 738, 7M8, B38M, E75 | 2h01-2h34 | Oneworld | AS, QR, RJ | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, WS | 58 | 223, 738, BCS3, CR9, E75 | 2h06-2h30 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, WS | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 6 | 320 | 2h11 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Chicago
| Metric | ORD→LGA | MDW→LGA | MKE→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 502 | 53 | 38 |
| Flight time | 2h 19m | 1h 55m | 2h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 93% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
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.
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.
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.
ORD–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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.