Seattle to Chicago flights
Direct and connecting flights from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) 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 Seattle to Chicago take?
Flight time from Seattle (SEA) 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 Seattle to Chicago?
Airline availability for SEA 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 Seattle to Chicago?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SEA 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 recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SEA → ORD
SEA to ORD is a medium-haul route of 2,762 km (1,716 mi). See the return ORD → SEA route.
Alternative airports near Seattle: Seattle (BFI) — 9 km, Renton (RNT) — 9 km, Tacoma (TIW) — 28 km.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago-Wheeling (PWK) — 15 km, Chicago (MDW) — 25 km, Chicago (CGX) — 28 km.