Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flights
Direct and connecting flights from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago take?
Flight time from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (ORD) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Airline availability for FLL to ORD changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Direct (nonstop) availability on FLL to ORD varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Frontier Airlines58
- United Airlines40
- American Airlines40
- Southwest Airlines40
- JetBlue Airways40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 6 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning FLL → ORD
FLL to ORD is a medium-haul route of 1,905 km (1,184 mi). See the return ORD → FLL route.
Alternative airports near Fort Lauderdale: Hollywood (HWO) — 12 km, Fort Lauderdale (FXE) — 14 km, Pompano Beach (PPM) — 20 km.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago-Wheeling (PWK) — 15 km, Chicago (MDW) — 25 km, Chicago (CGX) — 28 km.