Rifle to Chicago (RIL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rifle to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,049 mi 2h 2m nonstop +1h ahead 36 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RIL and ORD, connecting options are available through 36 hubs.

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

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RIL to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
STL ~3h 52m HDN ~4h 44m EGE ~4h 55m ASE ~4h 57m IND ~5h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
191
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
RIL → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
ORD → RIL
30%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
30%
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 Rifle

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric RIL→ORD EGE→ORD ASE→ORD
Distance from RIL – 44 mi 50 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 3
Weekly flights 0 44 47
Flight time 2h 2m 2h 4m 2h 50m
Eagle (EGE) to Chicago flights · Aspen (ASE) to Chicago flights · Grand Junction (GJT) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of RIL with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
RIL: MDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rifle, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,049 mi / 1,688 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 2m.
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

RIL–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rifle to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,049 mi / 1,688 km
Flight time2h 2m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: RIL
Full nameGarfield County Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORIL / KRIL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,548 ft / 1,691 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 RIL to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Garfield County Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 2m. The route covers 1,049 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, HDN, EGE, ASE, IND, MSP, OMA, GUC, YLW, DEN, SLC, LIT, RNO, BZN, PIT, IAH, LAS, ELP, PHX, DAL, YYZ, GSO, CLT, ATL, AUS, SAT, DFW, PHL, SBA, SMF, SJC, LAX, NAS, SRQ, SFO and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
Yes, return flights from ORD to RIL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EGE, ASE and GJT. 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.

Flights from RIL to ORD

Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RIL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RIL to ORD ranges from 2 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,049 miles (1,688 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eagle (EGE), Aspen (ASE) and Grand Junction (GJT).