Saint John to Chicago (YSJ–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

YSJ Airport Page →
airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 3 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between YSJ and ORD. Nearest airports to YSJ with scheduled service: Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ, 120 mi) · Bangor International Airport (BGR, 148 mi) · Fredericton International Airport (YFC, 49 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 3 hubs
YYZ Toronto 5h ACEKF8 → AAACAS Toronto (YYZ) to Chicago flights
YUL Montréal 5h 12m AC → AAACAS Montréal (YUL) to Chicago flights
YHZ Halifax 9h 13m P6 → AAACQR Halifax (YHZ) to Chicago flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Saint John to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2h behind

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

Also explore YSJ Routes ORD Routes YSJ Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
All flights from Chicago (ORD) Chicago to Saint John flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for YSJ to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
YYZ ~5h 0m YUL ~5h 12m YHZ ~9h 13m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
204
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
YSJ → ORD
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
Return
ORD → YSJ
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 →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Saint John

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric YSJ→ORD YHZ→ORD BGR→ORD
Distance from YSJ – 120 mi 148 mi
Nonstop airlines – 4 4
Weekly flights – 17 76
Halifax (YHZ) to Chicago flights · Bangor (BGR) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of YSJ with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Chicago is 2 hours behind Saint John.
YSJ: ADT · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Saint John, it's 4:00 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

YSJ–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Saint John to Chicago route.
Route details
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: YSJ
Full nameSaint John Airport
IATA / ICAOYSJ / CYSJ
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton
Elevation357 ft / 109 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 YSJ to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Halifax / Stanfield.
Chicago is 2 hours behind Saint John.
Nearby alternatives include YHZ and BGR. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Halifax / Stanfield. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Halifax (YHZ) and Bangor (BGR).