Tucson to Chicago (TUS–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TUS–ORD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 1,435 miles in approximately 3h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 21 | 319, 738, 7M8 | 3h31-3h43 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 21 | 319, E75L, E7W | 3h28-3h45 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AY Finnair | 7 | 738 | 3h31 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 7 | 738 | 3h31 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Tucson
| Metric | TUS→ORD | PHX→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TUS | – | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 56 | 371 |
| Flight time | 3h 28m | 2h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – |
Travel Essentials
TUS: MST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Tucson, it's 8:00 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.
TUS–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TUS to ORD
Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Finnair, Aer Lingus and United Airlines. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TUS to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TUS to ORD ranges from 3 hours 28 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,435 miles (2,309 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 50 return, totaling 106 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SCF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Phoenix (PHX).