Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Chicago (PWK–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
9 mi 76 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PWK and ORD, connecting options are available through 76 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PWK to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
76
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
366
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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 Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric PWK→ORD MDW→ORD MKE→ORD
Distance from PWK – 24 mi 58 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 12
Weekly flights 0 1 505
Chicago (MDW) to Chicago flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Chicago flights · Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of PWK with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago is 0 hours the same as Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
PWK: CDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
9 mi / 15 km
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

PWK–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance9 mi / 15 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections76 hubs
Origin: PWK
Full nameChicago Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOPWK / KPWK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation647 ft / 197 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 PWK to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ENW, GRR, DEC, IND, GRB, TVC, CMH, SDF, MKC, BHM, PIT, STL, MCI, YYZ, BNA, TYS, MEM, BUF, CHA, MSP, TEB, CLT, IAD, FRG, GSO, ALB, RIC, RDU, YWG, PHL, OKC, EWR, LGA, ATL, SAV, BDL, HOU, MSY, PIE, BOS, JFK, DAL, MCO, COS, DEN, AUS, RSW, SAT, PBI, FLL, BZN, SRQ, NAS, SLC, YYC, PHX, YEG, TUS, VNY, LAS, CUN, PSP, YVR, SJD, PVR, SNA, TPA, SAN, LAX, SFO, SJU, SXM, UVF, HND, BCN and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ORD to PWK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MDW, MKE and RFD. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

76 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via ENW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (MDW), Milwaukee (MKE) and Chicago/Rockford (RFD).