Santa Fe to Chicago (SAF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,071 mi airlines 7/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AA6485
AA American
CR7
6:28 PM
MDT
10:30 PM
CDT
3h 2m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA6485
AA American
CR7
11:45 AM
CDT T3
2:04 PM
MDT
3h 19m
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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Santa Fe to Chicago
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,071 mi 3h 2m nonstop +1h ahead 27 1-stop hubs

SAF–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,071 miles in approximately 3h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SAF–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 7 CR7 3h02 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
CR7 Bombardier CRJ-700 – AA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (7 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, SAF to ORD direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SAF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
518
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
SAF → ORD
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
Return
ORD → SAF
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Santa Fe

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric SAF→ORD ABQ→ORD
Distance from SAF 49 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 5
Weekly flights 7 77
Flight time 3h 2m 1h 54m
Airports within 200 miles of SAF with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Fe, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,071 mi / 1,723 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 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.

SAF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santa Fe to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,071 mi / 1,723 km
Flight time3h 2m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: SAF
IATA / ICAOSAF / KSAF
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation6,348 ft / 1,935 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SAF to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 3h 2m. The route covers 1,071 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: American Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from SAF to ORD. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TUL, STL, OMA, BNA, OKC, BHM, IAH, SCF, ELP, TUS, DAL, CLT, LAS, AUS, PSP, IAD, ONT, SNA, SJC, SJD, BOS, MIA, SFO, DFW, DEN, PHX and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Santa Fe.
Yes, return flights from ORD to SAF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ABQ. 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 SAF to ORD

Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

SAF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SAF to ORD ranges from 3 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,071 miles (1,723 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Albuquerque (ABQ).