Rapid City to Chicago (RCA–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.
Last scheduled nonstop: Jun 2026.
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.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Rapid City
| Metric | RCA→ORD | RAP→ORD | GCC→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RCA | – | 7 mi | 121 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 77 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 2h 22m | 1h 53m |
Travel Essentials
RCA: MDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rapid City, it's 7:00 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.
RCA–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RCA to ORD
Ellsworth Air Force Base (RCA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
RCA to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RCA to ORD is about 1 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 781 miles (1,256 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Rapid City (RAP) and Gillette (GCC).