Halifax to Chicago (YHZ–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
AC3583
AC Air Canada
E7W
4:50 PM
ADT
6:43 PM
CDT
3h 53m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA6004
UA United
E7W
4:50 PM
ADT
6:43 PM
CDT
3h 53m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA5763
UA United
E7W
10:40 AM
CDT T2
3:58 PM
ADT
3h 18m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC3463
AC Air Canada
E7W
10:40 AM
CDT T2
3:58 PM
ADT
3h 18m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Halifax to Chicago
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,236 mi 3h 53m nonstop -2h behind 48 1-stop hubs

YHZ–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,236 miles in approximately 3h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 48 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YHZ–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 E7W 3h53 100% Star Alliance
UA United Airlines 7 E7W 3h53 100% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
E7W Embraer E175 – AC, UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC + UA (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YHZ to ORD direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YHZ to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
48
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,378
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
-2h
Chicago is 2 hours behind Halifax.
YHZ: ADT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Halifax, it's 4:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,236 mi / 1,989 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 53m.
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.

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.

YHZ–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Halifax to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,236 mi / 1,989 km
Flight time3h 53m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections48 hubs
Origin: YHZ
IATA / ICAOYHZ / CYHZ
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation477 ft / 145 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YHZ to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 3h 53m. The route covers 1,236 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada and United Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from YHZ to ORD. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB, YHM, CLE, BED, BTV, ABE, PTK, BNA, YQB, YYT, JFK, CLT, YLW, TPA, JAX, PIE, FLL, NAS, PLS, KEF, MBJ, BGI, LAX, BQH, MCO, ANC, FAI, BRU, LGG, CUN, YYZ, DUB, AMS, EDI, YUL, CDG, EWR, BOS, PHL, YOW, IAD, YEG, FRA, DCA, YYC, PUJ, LIS and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 2 hours behind Halifax.
Yes, return flights from ORD to YHZ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 YHZ to ORD

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and United Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

YHZ to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YHZ to ORD ranges from 3 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,236 miles (1,989 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

48 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.