Chicago to Liberia (ORD–LIR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ORD–LIR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,173 miles in approximately 5h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 1 | 738 | 4h59 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AV | 1 | B39M | 5h05 | Star Alliance | AV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Liberia from Chicago
| Metric | ORD→LIR | MDW→LIR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 5m | 4h 22m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – |
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · LIR: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Liberia.
US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.
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–LIR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORD to LIR
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ORD to LIR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORD to LIR is about 5 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,173 miles (3,497 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Miami and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (MDW).