Phoenix to Chicago (PHX–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PHX–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,437 miles in approximately 3h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, CX, EI, GF, IB, QR, RJ | 65 | 321, 738, A21N | 3h28-4h08 | Oneworld | AY, BA, CX, EI, GF, IB, QR, RJ | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LH, LX, SN | 39 | 738, 739, B39M | 3h16-3h42 | Star Alliance | AC, LH, LX, SN | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 5 | 7S7 | 3h30 | – | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 2h41 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 0 | – | – | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Phoenix
| Metric | PHX→ORD | TUS→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHX | – | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 324 | 77 |
| Flight time | 3h 41m | 3h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – |
Travel Essentials
PHX: MST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 8:00 PM in Chicago.
Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.
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.
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.
PHX–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Phoenix to Chicago O'Hare
PHX–ORD links the Sun Belt's fastest-growing major metro to the Midwest's primary hub, with seven carriers operating around 343 weekly departures. American Airlines holds the dominant position given its Phoenix hub, supplemented by United, Southwest, and Frontier. The 2.5-hour flight serves both business travelers and a substantial seasonal leisure market driven by Phoenix's role as a retirement and winter destination.
Seasonal Patterns and Snowbird Traffic
PHX–ORD exhibits one of the more pronounced seasonal demand swings among major US routes. Northbound demand (PHX–ORD direction) peaks sharply in March–April as Midwest residents return from Arizona winters, while the reverse peaks in November. Airlines manage yield carefully on this corridor, with peak fares reflecting the concentrated demand windows. O'Hare's position as a transcontinental connector also attracts connecting passengers using PHX as an intermediate stop.