Orlando to Chicago (ORL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Orlando to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 999 mi 2h 24m nonstop -1h behind 60 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ORL and ORD, connecting options are available through 60 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORL to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
60
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
0
Candidates
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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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Orlando

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric ORL→ORD MCO→ORD MLB→ORD
Distance from ORL – 8 mi 52 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 24 1
Weekly flights 1 470 2
Flight time 2h 24m 2h 49m 3h 8m
Orlando (MCO) to Chicago flights · Melbourne (MLB) to Chicago flights · Tampa (TPA) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of ORL with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando.
ORL: EDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
999 mi / 1,607 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 24m.
Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ORL–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Orlando to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance999 mi / 1,607 km
Flight time2h 24m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections60 hubs
Origin: ORL
Full nameOrlando Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOORL / KORL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation113 ft / 34 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORL to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Orlando Executive Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 24m. The route covers 999 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ORL to ORD. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, LCK, MDW, IND, TUL, OPF, CLT, SDF, TPA, GSP, CHS, FPR, APF, SRQ, PBI, STL, GSO, ECP, CLE, RSW, TEB, DCA, BWI, ROC, FLL, ATW, MSY, YYZ, NAS, TYS, IAD, HOU, ILM, PHL, GRR, OMA, MSP, EWR, OKC, MIA, HPN, JFK, BOS, SAT, DAL, PLS, DFW, AUS, SJU, BZN, SLC, STT, VNY, SXM, LGB, LAS, BOI, SAN, FAT and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando.
Yes, return flights from ORD to ORL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MCO, MLB and TPA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 ORL to ORD

Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ORL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ORL to ORD ranges from 2 hours 24 minutes. The route covers a distance of 999 miles (1,607 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

60 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (MCO), Melbourne (MLB) and Tampa (TPA).