Santa Fe to Chicago (SAF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 7 | CR7 | 3h02 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Santa Fe
| Metric | SAF→ORD | ABQ→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAF | – | 49 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 77 |
| Flight time | 3h 2m | 1h 54m |
Travel Essentials
SAF: MDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Fe, 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.
SAF–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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).