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

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Santa Fe to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,071 mi 2h 43m nonstop +1h ahead 40 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 2h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

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 0 – – – Oneworld –
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SAF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
40
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
526
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Santa Fe

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric SAF→ORD ABQ→ORD ROW→ORD
Distance from SAF – 49 mi 183 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 9 2
Weekly flights 0 124 –
Flight time 2h 43m 2h 37m 2h 12m
Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago flights · Roswell (ROW) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of SAF 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 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 2h 43m.
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

SAF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santa Fe to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,071 mi / 1,723 km
Flight time2h 43m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections40 hubs
Origin: SAF
Full nameSanta Fe Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOSAF / KSAF
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation6,348 ft / 1,935 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 SAF to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 43m. The route covers 1,071 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: American Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, OMA, MDW, BNA, TUL, OKC, COS, BHM, MKE, DAL, HOU, SCF, IAH, SLC, ELP, AUS, TUS, CLT, LAS, VNY, PSP, BOI, SJC, IAD, ONT, SAN, SNA, JAX, EWR, RSW, BOS, SJD, SRQ, MIA, SFO, DFW, DEN, PHX, LAX and HND. 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 and ROW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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.

SAF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SAF to ORD ranges from 2 hours 43 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,071 miles (1,723 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

40 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Albuquerque (ABQ) and Roswell (ROW).