San Antonio to Chicago (SAT–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SAT–ORD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,042 miles in approximately 3h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, NH | 34 | 319, 320, 738 | 2h58-3h02 | Star Alliance | AC, NH | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, BA, EI, GF, IB, JL, QR, RJ | 27 | 319, E75 | 2h41-3h10 | Oneworld | AS, BA, EI, GF, IB, JL, QR, RJ | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from San Antonio
| Metric | SAT→ORD | AUS→ORD | CLL→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAT | – | 67 mi | 146 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 19 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 175 | 266 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 2m | 2h 51m | 1h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
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 United Airlines, American Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Delta Air Lines and SkyWest Airlines. With 175 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SAT to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAT to ORD is about 3 hours 2 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,042 miles (1,677 km). There are approximately 175 weekly flights outbound and 142 return, totaling 317 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via St. Louis Lambert, Kansas City and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS) and College Station (CLL).