Chicago to Orlando (ORD–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Chicago to Orlando
13 carriers, 437 flights/week nonstop.
13 Airlines
437 Flights/wk
1,007 mi
1h 59m nonstop
+1h ahead
161 1-stop hubs
ORD–MCO is served by 13 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,007 miles in approximately 1h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 161 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop ORD–MCO service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| AA American Airlines | 89 | 321, 738 | 2h35-2h51 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 88 | 32Q, 739, 753, 7M8, A21N, B39M | 1h59-2h59 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 42 | 32Q, 739, 753, A21N | 2h49-2h55 | Star Alliance | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 36 | 738, 73H, 7M8, B38M | 2h35-2h50 | – | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 29 | 32Q, 753, A21N, B38M | 2h47-2h55 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 28 | 321, 738 | 2h43-2h47 | Oneworld | – | |
| IB Iberia | 28 | 321, 738 | 2h44-2h50 | Oneworld | – | |
| AD Azul | 26 | 739, 753, 7M9 | 2h49-2h53 | – | – | |
| BA British Airways | 18 | 738 | 2h44-2h50 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 18 | 321, 32N | 2h-2h56 | – | – | |
| G3 GOL | 14 | 738 | 2h44-2h46 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 14 | 320, 32B | 2h27-2h46 | – | – | |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 738 | 2h44 | Oneworld | – |
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 MCO direction.
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73
Nonstop flights
437
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449
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to MCO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
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Hubs
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Fastest
~40h
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.
Outbound
ORD → MCO
35%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
35%
Arriving
78%
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MCO → ORD
56%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
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56%
Arriving
85%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
ORD delays → MCO delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Orlando from Chicago
Nearby airports with service to Orlando International Airport.
| Metric | ORD→MCO | MDW→MCO | MKE→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 13 | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 437 | 110 | 69 |
| Flight time | 1h 59m | 2h 16m | 2h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 35% | – | – |
Chicago (MDW) to Orlando flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Orlando flights · South Bend (SBN) to Orlando flights
Airports within 200 miles of ORD with service to Orlando International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Orlando is 1 hour
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Chicago.
ORD: CDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Orlando.
ORD: CDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Orlando.
Distance & Flight Time
1,007 mi / 1,620 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 59m 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 MCO
Brightline trains depart from Terminal C to Fort Lauderdale (3h, from $30) and Miami (3.5h, from $30); this is the only intercity rail option from the airport. For Walt Disney World or International Drive, ride-hails cost $25–40 and take 20–30 minutes. Mears Connect shuttle buses serve the major resort areas (from $16 per person).Taxis are metered and available at Ground Transportation. Rental car agencies are in the Terminal B intermodal center; accessible by Automated People Mover from both Terminal A and Terminal C. All five theme park areas offer resort shuttle services but these require pre-booking.
Orlando Climate
Subtropical climate, warm to hot year-round. Summer (June–September) is the most disruptive season: daily afternoon thunderstorms arrive with near-clockwork timing and frequently cause ground stops at MCO, often delaying 3–4pm banks of departures. Heat and humidity can top 35°C with heat index over 40°C. Lightning density in central Florida is among the highest in the United States.
Hurricane season (June–November) brings occasional tropical systems. Orlando sits far enough inland to avoid direct storm surge but tropical downpours cause significant disruption. Winters are mild (10–22°C) with low humidity and minimal rain. January–March is the most flight-stable period.
Facts
ORD–MCO Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Chicago to Orlando route.
Route details
Distance1,007 mi / 1,620 km
Flight time1h 59m to 2h 59m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)13
Weekly flights437 out / 449 return
1-stop connections161 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: MCO
Full nameOrlando International Airport
IATA / ICAOMCO / KMCO
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr55.7M
Elevation96 ft / 29 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ORD to MCO flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Orlando International Airport take approximately 1h 59m to 2h 59m. The route covers 1,007 miles.
13 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air Canada, Azul, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Copa Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Frontier, GOL, Iberia, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 437 nonstop flights per week from ORD to MCO. The return direction has about 449 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MCN, SUA, HHH, LCQ, OPF, INT, MBS, ROA, BKL, TEB, GPT, SCE, CHO, SGF, MMU, FSD, SUX, BED, TME, MKC, OGS, PLS, HOU, CHS, EGE, ASE, SCF, GSO, GUA, LIR, ECP, PNS, SJC, MBJ, SBN, UVF, PUJ, JAX, BOG, GSP, RSW, ABQ, SYR, MDT, FLL, MIA, SPI, HVN, PBI, BHM, MKE, ATL, YYZ, RDU, MSY, IND, HSV, SDF, SAV, DTW, MSN, BNA, BGR, SRQ, STL, TUL, CLE, OMA, CMH, MCI, CAK, PIT, DCA, BWI, MTY, CVG, PHL, GRR, BUF, ILM, CLT, AVL, VCP, MHT, ATW, GDL, PWM, LAN, MSP, IAH, ROC, AUS, DEN, MEM, PVD, TYS, DFW, TPA, ORF, ALB, JFK, EWR, RIC, LGA, HPN, SAT, BDL, IAD, OKC, PHX, BOS, SJU, MAD, SMF, DSM, YUL, LHR, GRU, MDW, EVV, SAN, LAX, YQB, LAS, PTY, SLC, CRW, PDX, DAL, DUB, AMS, EYW, ABE, YOW, BTV, SFO, SEA, MUC, LIT, MEX, YVR, KEF, YWG, FRA, SJO, MYR, LNK, NAS, CDG, CUN, AVP, CGI, YYC, SUS, GCM, MDE, STT, AUA, SXM, NRT and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Yes, return flights from MCO 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.
Spring break (March–April) and the week between Christmas and New Year's represent peak demand on ORD–MCO, driven by Chicago-area families visiting Walt Disney World and Universal. Fares on this route during those windows are significantly higher than the annual average, and same-day rebooking on cancellations can be difficult. Book 6–8 weeks in advance for peak spring break dates.
Florida afternoon thunderstorm systems occasionally cause ORD–MCO flights to hold at altitude or divert briefly to Sanford (SFB) or Tampa (TPA) when MCO is under a ground stop. These events are most common between June and September on afternoon/evening arrivals. Morning arrivals from Chicago typically land before Florida's convective window.
Southwest runs heavy frequency between Chicago Midway (MDW) and MCO, often with more departure options than ORD nonstops combined. If your origin is Chicago's South Side or western suburbs, MDW may offer a significantly better door-to-door time compared to travelling to O'Hare.
Chicago O'Hare to Orlando
The ORD–MCO route is a high-volume leisure corridor moving Chicago-area families toward Orlando's tourism economy. Nine carriers operate over 320 weekly nonstops on the roughly 2.5-hour sector. United and American lead from their ORD hubs; Frontier, Spirit, and Allegiant compete on price, particularly for leisure travellers with flexible schedules and light bags.
Midway vs O'Hare for Orlando Travellers
Southwest Airlines' extensive MDW–MCO schedule is a practical alternative for travellers based in Chicago's southern and western neighbourhoods, where Midway is meaningfully closer. MCO uses a hub-and-spoke landside design with a main terminal and airside terminals A–C connected by an automated people mover; all O'Hare-origin flights arrive at the same MCO facility regardless of carrier.