Chicago to Meridian (ORD–MEI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

ORD Airport Page →
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Connecting Flight Schedule 1 1-stop flight
No nonstop service between ORD and MEI. Nearest airports to ORD with scheduled service: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW, 15 mi) · Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY, 36 mi) · Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC, 59 mi)
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 1 hub
IAH Houston 5h 12m AAASAV → OOUA Houston (IAH) to Meridian flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Chicago to Meridian
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between ORD and MEI, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore ORD Routes MEI Routes ORD Live Flights MEI Live Flights ORD Delays
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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to MEI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
IAH ~5h 12m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
122
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 → MEI
39%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
39%
Return
MEI → ORD
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Meridian is 0 hours the same as Chicago.
ORD: CDT · MEI: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Meridian.
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–MEI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Meridian route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: MEI
Full nameKey Field / Meridian Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOMEI / KMEI
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation297 ft / 91 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to MEI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include George Bush Intercontinental.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.