Palm Springs to Chicago (PSP–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PSP–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,649 miles in approximately 3h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 62 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 29 | 320, 738, 739 | 3h55-4h28 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 28 | 321, 738, 7M8 | 3h54-4h40 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Palm Springs
| Metric | PSP→ORD | ONT→ORD | SNA→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PSP | – | 65 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 57 | 14 | 110 |
| Flight time | 3h 54m | 3h 58m | 4h 1m |
| Departure OTP | 90% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PSP: PDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Palm Springs, it's 8:00 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.
PSP–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PSP to ORD
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PSP to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PSP to ORD ranges from 3 hours 54 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,649 miles (2,653 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 47 return, totaling 104 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
62 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana (SNA) and San Diego (SAN).