Chicago to Missoula (ORD–MSO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ORD–MSO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,329 miles in approximately 3h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 14 | E75 | 3h54-3h58 | Oneworld | AS | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 738 | 3h52 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Missoula from Chicago
| Metric | ORD→MSO | MDW→MSO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 52m | 3h 7m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – |
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · MSO: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 PM in Missoula.
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–MSO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORD to MSO
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ORD to MSO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORD to MSO ranges from 3 hours 52 minutes to 3 hours 58 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,329 miles (2,139 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (MDW).