Traverse City to Chicago (TVC–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TVC–ORD is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 224 miles in approximately 0h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 48 | CR7, E75, E75S | 1h28-1h38 | – | Oneworld | – |
| UA United Airlines | 48 | 738, CR5, CR7, E7W | 0h30-1h37 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EI Aer Lingus | 21 | CR7, E75 | 1h28-1h33 | – | – | – |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 20 | CR7, E75 | 1h28-1h33 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways | 14 | E70, E75S | 1h29-1h33 | – | Oneworld | – |
| G7 GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express | 1 | – | 23h44 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Traverse City
| Metric | TVC→ORD | MBS→ORD | MKG→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TVC | – | 112 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 152 | 31 | 12 |
| Flight time | 0h 30m | 1h 30m | 0h 50m |
Travel Essentials
TVC: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Traverse City, 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.
TVC–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TVC to ORD
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus, GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express and United Airlines. With 152 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TVC to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TVC to ORD ranges from 0 hours 30 minutes to 23 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 224 miles (360 km). There are approximately 152 weekly flights outbound and 144 return, totaling 296 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via GRR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Freeland (MBS), Muskegon (MKG) and Green Bay (GRB).