Stillwater to Chicago (SWO–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Stillwater to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Airlines 635 mi 0h 27m nonstop +1h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

SWO–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 635 miles in approximately 0h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SWO–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
OO SkyWest Airlines 0 – – – – –
UA United Airlines 0 – – – Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: OO (0 flights/wk, 0%)
Star Alliance: UA (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 SWO to ORD.
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One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
IAH ~5h 47m RDU ~6h 2m SLC ~6h 7m DFW ~15h 16m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
172
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SWO → ORD
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
ORD → SWO
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Stillwater

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric SWO→ORD OKC→ORD TUL→ORD
Distance from SWO – 60 mi 67 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 6 6
Weekly flights 0 119 133
Flight time 0h 27m 0h 49m 1h 58m
Oklahoma City (OKC) to Chicago flights · Tulsa (TUL) to Chicago flights · Wichita (ICT) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of SWO 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 Stillwater.
SWO: MDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Stillwater, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
635 mi / 1,022 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 27m to 0h 56m.
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

SWO–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Stillwater to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance635 mi / 1,022 km
Flight time0h 27m to 0h 56m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: SWO
Full nameStillwater Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOSWO / KSWO
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.1M
Elevation1,000 ft / 305 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 SWO to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Stillwater Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 0h 27m to 0h 56m. The route covers 635 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IAH, RDU, SLC and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Stillwater.
Yes, return flights from ORD to SWO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include OKC, TUL and ICT. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Flights from SWO to ORD

Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.

SWO to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SWO to ORD ranges from 0 hours 27 minutes to 0 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 635 miles (1,022 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via IAH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oklahoma City (OKC), Tulsa (TUL) and Wichita (ICT).