flights.net JFK → ORD
- Distance
- 738 mi
- Carriers
- 4
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a US domestic route of about 738 miles. A dense business corridor where American and United connect their New York and Chicago operations against JetBlue and Delta. New York to Chicago is a high-frequency staple of corporate cross-country travel.
Connecting New York, United States with Chicago, United States, this is one of the more travelled US domestic city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 738-mile sector nonstop in about 1h 59m. Departures use John F. Kennedy International Airport, a 6 terminals airport that is a base for JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines; arrivals land at O'Hare International Airport, which has 4 terminals and anchors United Airlines, American Airlines. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the JFK–ORD sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) → O'Hare International Airport (ORD) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 738 miles |
| Nonstop flight time | approximately 1h 59m |
| Nonstop carriers | 4 |
| Aircraft types | Airbus A321, Boeing 737, Embraer E175 |
| Market | US domestic |
Carriers on this route
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, United Airlines operate nonstop service from New York to Chicago. On-time performance and cancellation rates appear here once this route's BTS data is baked.
- American Airlines (AA)
- Delta Air Lines (DL)
- JetBlue (B6)
- United Airlines (UA)
Aircraft on this route
Carriers typically operate the Airbus A321, Boeing 737, Embraer E175 between New York and Chicago. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
Late spring and early fall give the smoothest operations between two storm-prone hubs. September weather is reliable at both ends.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the New York to Chicago route move with season and demand; booking roughly two to eight weeks ahead usually beats walk-up prices, and midweek departures tend to be cheaper than weekends. We show indicative cached fares for JFK–ORD where available and link out to live Skyscanner search for current, bookable prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the flight from New York to Chicago?
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is about 738 miles (1,188 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 1h 59m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Chicago?
- American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and United Airlines operate nonstop service from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- What aircraft are used on the JFK to ORD route?
- Carriers typically operate the Airbus A321, Boeing 737 and Embraer E175 on the New York–Chicago route.
- When is the best time to fly from New York to Chicago?
- Late spring and early fall give the smoothest operations between two storm-prone hubs. September weather is reliable at both ends.
- Is JFK to ORD a nonstop flight?
- Yes. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a directional nonstop route flown by 4 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the JFK to ORD route connect?
- This route links New York, United States with Chicago, United States.
- Which airports does the New York to Chicago route use?
- Flights depart John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK/KJFK) in New York and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD/KORD) in Chicago.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.