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.
1 Flights/wk 9 mi 31 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PWK and ORD, connecting options are available through 31 hubs.

Also explore PWK Routes ORD Routes PWK Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PWK to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
GRR ~3h 19m DEC ~3h 31m GRB ~3h 33m TVC ~3h 47m YYZ ~4h 44m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
295
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PWK → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
ORD → PWK
14%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
14%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
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 2 8
Weekly flights 1 1 373
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
Weekly flights1 out / 2 return
1-stop connections31 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.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PWK to ORD. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GRR, DEC, GRB, TVC, YYZ, BUF, IAD, CLT, GSO, RIC, PHL, LGA, DAL, COS, SRQ, MCO, RSW, PBI, BZN, AUS, FLL, SLC, YYC, PHX, MIA, LAS, CUN, PSP, SFO, UVF and HND. 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

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via GRR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (MDW), Milwaukee (MKE) and Chicago/Rockford (RFD).