Scottsdale to Chicago (SCF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Scottsdale to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,426 mi 2h 49m nonstop +2h ahead 87 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SCF and ORD, connecting options are available through 87 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SCF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
87
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
668
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 Scottsdale

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric SCF→ORD PHX→ORD TUS→ORD
Distance from SCF – 14 mi 119 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 16 7
Weekly flights 1 390 79
Flight time 2h 49m 2h 31m 3h 32m
Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago flights · Tucson (TUS) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of SCF with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Scottsdale.
SCF: MST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Scottsdale, it's 8:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,426 mi / 2,295 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 49m.
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

SCF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Scottsdale to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,426 mi / 2,295 km
Flight time2h 49m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections87 hubs
Origin: SCF
Full nameScottsdale Airport
IATA / ICAOSCF / KSDL
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Elevation1,510 ft / 460 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 SCF to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Scottsdale Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 49m. The route covers 1,426 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SCF to ORD. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FTW, MCI, SGU, MDW, APA, PHX, DSM, SAF, TUL, OMA, STL, ABQ, TUS, MSP, OKC, COS, GRR, SPI, RNO, DEN, MEM, HOU, MTJ, VNY, MKE, SDF, SAT, AUS, ATW, CMH, IAH, DTW, LGB, IND, PSP, DFW, BNA, ONT, PNS, SAN, ELP, CAK, MSY, BZN, YYZ, PIT, BOI, FAT, BUF, YLW, SJC, LAX, CLT, SJD, YWG, BFI, CHS, SAV, IAD, ATL, PHL, JAX, BWI, TPA, PIE, PDX, SRQ, YEG, SFO, ALB, YUL, MCO, PAE, RSW, YVR, BOS, PBI, MIA, PVR, LIR, KOA, DAL, LAS, SLC, HND, SNA and YYC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Scottsdale.
Yes, return flights from ORD to SCF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PHX and TUS. 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 SCF to ORD

Scottsdale Airport (SCF) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SCF to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SCF to ORD ranges from 2 hours 49 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,426 miles (2,295 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

87 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Phoenix (PHX) and Tucson (TUS).