Pellston to Chicago (PLN–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.
PLN–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 293 miles in approximately 1h 24m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 17 | CR2, CRJ | 1h24-1h41 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Pellston
| Metric | PLN→ORD | CIU→ORD | TVC→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PLN | – | 49 mi | 69 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 19 | 10 | 229 |
| Flight time | 1h 24m | 1h 47m | 0h 47m |
Travel Essentials
PLN: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Pellston, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
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.
PLN–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PLN to ORD
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County Airport (PLN) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PLN to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PLN to ORD is about 1 hours 24 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 293 miles (471 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 46 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kincheloe (CIU), Traverse City (TVC) and Gwinn (MQT).