Deer Lake to Chicago (YDF–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

YDF Airport Page →
airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 5 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between YDF and ORD. Nearest airports to YDF with scheduled service: Stephenville Dymond International Airport (YJT, 70 mi) · Gander International Airport (YQX, 129 mi) · St Augustin Airport (YIF, 149 mi)
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 5 hubs
YYZ Toronto 5h 54m ACPDTS → AAACAS Toronto (YYZ) to Chicago flights
YUL Montréal 6h 5m AC → AAACAS Montréal (YUL) to Chicago flights
YYC Calgary 17h 27m WS → AAAVAY Calgary (YYC) to Chicago flights
YHZ Halifax 23h 25m ACPDTS → AAACQR Halifax (YHZ) to Chicago flights
YOW Ottawa ~6h 25m PDTS → ACAVNH Ottawa (YOW) to Chicago flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Deer Lake to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2.5h behind

While no nonstop service exists between YDF and ORD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore YDF Routes ORD Routes YDF Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
All flights from Chicago (ORD) Chicago to Deer Lake flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for YDF to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
YYZ ~5h 54m YUL ~6h 5m YOW ~6h 25m YYC ~17h 27m YHZ ~23h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
276
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
YDF → ORD
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
Return
ORD → YDF
34%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
34%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.5h
Chicago is 2.5 hours behind Deer Lake.
YDF: NDT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Deer Lake, it's 3.5:00 PM in Chicago.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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

YDF–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Deer Lake to Chicago route.
Route details
Time difference-2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: YDF
Full nameDeer Lake Airport
IATA / ICAOYDF / CYDF
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
Elevation72 ft / 22 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 YDF to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Calgary.
Chicago is 2.5 hours behind Deer Lake.
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

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Calgary. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.