Reno to Chicago (RNO–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA1288
UA United
73G
7:10 AM
MDT
1:10 PM
CDT
4h
M T W T F S S
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UA2635
UA United
73G
8:55 AM
MDT
2:54 PM
CDT
4h 59m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1144
UA United
73G
11:00 AM
MDT
5:00 PM
CDT
4h
M T W T F S S
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UA1239
UA United
73G
1:00 PM
CDT T1
3:34 PM
MDT
4h 34m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1109
UA United
73G
4:00 PM
CDT T1
6:30 PM
MDT
4h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA2243
UA United
737
7:46 PM
CDT T2
10:09 PM
MDT
3h 23m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Reno to Chicago
1 carrier, 15 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 15 Flights/wk 1,667 mi 4h nonstop +1h ahead 43 1-stop hubs

RNO–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,667 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop RNO–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 15 73G 4h-4h59 100% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
73G Boeing 737-700 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (15 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, RNO to ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
15
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RNO to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
43
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,669
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RNO → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
82%
Return
ORD → RNO
20%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
20%
Arriving
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RNO delays → ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Reno

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric RNO→ORD SMF→ORD
Distance from RNO 112 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 3
Weekly flights 15 57
Flight time 4h 3h 43m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of RNO with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Reno, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,667 mi / 2,683 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 0m to 4h 59m.
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.

RNO–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reno to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,667 mi / 2,683 km
Flight time4h to 4h 59m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights15 out / 11 return
1-stop connections43 hubs
Origin: RNO
IATA / ICAORNO / KRNO
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr4.8M
Elevation4,415 ft / 1,346 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RNO to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Reno Tahoe International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 4h to 4h 59m. The route covers 1,667 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 15 nonstop flights per week from RNO to ORD. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YLW, IFP, GJT, UDD, MSN, ASE, HDN, MKE, SCF, JAC, MSP, MEM, BFI, COS, SNA, PIT, FCA, GSO, FRG, APF, PVR, SRQ, NAS, GDL, ANC, SJC, DFW, ATL, SLC, SFO, SAN, DEN, LAS, LAX, SEA, PHX, PDX, IAH, AUS, CMA, FLL, JFK and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Reno.
Yes, return flights from ORD to RNO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SMF. 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 RNO to ORD

Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

RNO to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RNO to ORD ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 4 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,667 miles (2,683 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YLW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sacramento (SMF).