San Antonio to Chicago (SAT–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SAT–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,042 miles in approximately 2h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 116 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, BA, EI, GF, IB, JL, QR, RJ | 42 | 319, E70, E75 | 2h48-3h17 | Oneworld | AS, BA, EI, GF, IB, JL, QR, RJ | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, NH | 30 | 737, 738, 73G, E7W | 2h55-3h09 | Star Alliance | AC, NH | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from San Antonio
| Metric | SAT→ORD | AUS→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAT | – | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 18 |
| Weekly flights | 206 | 318 |
| Flight time | 2h 46m | 2h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – |
Travel Essentials
SAT: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Antonio, it's 6:00 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.
SAT–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAT to ORD
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. With 206 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SAT to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAT to ORD ranges from 2 hours 46 minutes to 3 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,042 miles (1,677 km). There are approximately 206 weekly flights outbound and 167 return, totaling 373 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
116 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).