Santiago to Chicago (SCL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Santiago to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 23 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SCL and ORD, connecting options are available through 23 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SCL to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,112
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour behind Santiago.
SCL: -04 · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Santiago, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
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.

SCL–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santiago to Chicago route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: SCL
IATA / ICAOSCL / SCEL
TimezoneAmerica/Santiago
Passengers/yr26.2M
Elevation1,555 ft / 474 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SCL to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SFO, DAL, IAH, YYZ, DFW, YUL, VCP, YVR, JFK, MIA, ATL, BOG, LAX, PTY, GRU, MEX, LHR, BCN, CDG, MAD, GIG, PUJ and CUN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Santiago.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via SFO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.