Chicago to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (ORD–NBW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 1,696 mi 4h 10m nonstop +1h ahead 2 1-stop hubs

ORD–NBW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,696 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ORD–NBW service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 1 – – 30% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to NBW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
NIP ~5h 50m FLL ~6h 32m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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 → NBW
30%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
30%
Return
NBW → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
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
+1h
Guantanamo Bay Naval Station is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
ORD: CDT · NBW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station.
Distance & Flight Time
1,696 mi / 2,730 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Cuba does not require a visa from US passport holders, but the US restricts travel to Cuba under OFAC regulations. US citizens must qualify under one of 12 authorized travel categories (such as Support for the Cuban People, journalism, or educational activities). General tourism is not permitted. A Cuban Tourist Card is also required, available through airlines or travel agencies for around USD 50 to USD 100.

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. US travelers should document their qualifying category and keep records for at least 5 years. Stays are allowed up to 30 days with one 30-day extension available.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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–NBW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station route.
Route details
Distance1,696 mi / 2,730 km
Flight time4h 10m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: NBW
Full nameLeeward Point Field
IATA / ICAONBW / MUGM
TimezoneAmerica/Havana
Elevation56 ft / 17 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to NBW flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Leeward Point Field take approximately 4h 10m. The route covers 1,696 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ORD to NBW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NIP and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Guantanamo Bay Naval Station is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
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.

Flights from ORD to NBW

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Leeward Point Field (NBW) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ORD to NBW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ORD to NBW ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,696 miles (2,730 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NIP.