How long does a flight from Chicago to Orlando take?

Direct flights take on average 2h 51m to travel the 1,006 miles between Chicago and Orlando.

How many flights are there between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Orlando Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 13 and 15 direct flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and land in Orlando Airport, with an average flight time of 2h 51m. The most common departure time is 15:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 99 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Chicago and Orlando?

Chicago and Orlando are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (53 flights per week), American Airlines (35 flights per week), and Frontier (11 flights per week).

Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Orlando?

When flying out of Chicago you will be using Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Orlando, also known as Orlando.

What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to Orlando?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 06:00 and will be landing in Orlando Airport at 09:49.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Orlando?

American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Orlando flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Orlando?

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Orlando flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Orlando?

There are direct flights from Chicago to Orlando on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Orlando?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Orlando.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Orlando?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Orlando from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Orlando?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Orlando with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Orlando?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Orlando from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

How often are flights from Chicago to Orlando delayed?

Weekly flights between Chicago and Orlando historically see delays in approximately 20% of cases , with the average delay over the past year being 153 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Orlando flights?

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 15% of their flights encountering any delays.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Orlando flights?

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Orlando Airport?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Orlando?

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Chicago to Orlando were found on Frontier (£148) and JetBlue (£157).

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Typical prices: £155-£303

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£82

Typical prices: £71-£187

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Tue 1/12

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Advice from real travellers

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts and KAYAK users. AI can make mistakes.

Pack light with a personal item for lower fares on Chicago to Orlando weekend trips.

Bring a seat cushion if comfort matters on this route.

Expert advice

Direct flights

Every day

You can fly direct with American Airlines, Frontier, and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 51m

Direct flights

Avoid delays

United Airlines

Most punctual • 85% on-time

Night flights

Best time • Fewest delays

Insights

When to book

3 weeks

in advance

Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.

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When to travel

January

Cheapest • 30% price drop

March

Most popular

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Recent return flight deals from Chicago to Orlando

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

09:51 - 13:43ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

2h 52mdirect

14:48 - 17:03MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 15mdirect

£148Frontier

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

10:26 - 21:38ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

10h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

06:30 - 08:46MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 16mdirect

£149Frontier

Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

14:55 - 22:14ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

6h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

18:10 - 23:30MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£157JetBlue

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

12:38 - 22:46ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

9h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:10 - 23:30MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£158JetBlue

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

14:55 - 22:14ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

6h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

18:54 - 23:57MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£158JetBlue

Sat, 10 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

12:38 - 22:46ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

9h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

18:10 - 23:30MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£159JetBlue

Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

14:42 - 22:24ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

6h 42m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

18:54 - 23:57MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£162JetBlue

Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

13:10 - 17:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

2h 55mdirect

16:20 - 18:38MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 18mdirect

£163United Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

18:25 - 23:30MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£164JetBlue

Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

14:59 - 22:08ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

6h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

18:50 - 23:33MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 43m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£166JetBlue

Recent last minute flight deals from Chicago to Orlando

Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

08:55 - 13:45MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£288JetBlue

Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

08:55 - 13:45MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£294JetBlue

Wed, 23 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

09:10 - 13:45MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£303JetBlue

Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

05:30 - 10:58ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

09:05 - 12:41MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

£309Delta

Wed, 23 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

18:07 - 22:03ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

2h 56mdirect

16:18 - 18:30MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 12mdirect

£310United Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

08:55 - 13:45MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£311JetBlue

Wed, 23 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

09:10 - 13:45MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£312JetBlue

Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

09:10 - 13:45MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£320JetBlue

Wed, 23 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

05:30 - 10:58ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:08 - 20:30MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

£325Delta

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

15:00 - 21:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando

5h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

17:40 - 23:08MCO Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 28m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

£327JetBlue

Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Chicago to Orlando flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Orlando to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Prices

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How much is a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Orlando Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually cost between £182 and £305 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £148 on Frontier (28 Oct–4 Nov).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport is January, where tickets cost £159 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £292 and £266 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £150 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Low season	September
High season	March
Cheapest flight	£82

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)

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SteveFlew with Spirit AirlinesMar 2026

Bring a seat cushion if you're flying Spirit.

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If you can get by with a personal item, spirit has the best prices often at the best times to fly chicago to orlando for a weekend

What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?
In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport was £82 for a one-way ticket and £148 for a return.
Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Orlando?
When flying out of Chicago you will be using Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Orlando, also known as Orlando.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Orlando?
American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Orlando flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Orlando?
The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Orlando flight route.
On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Orlando?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Orlando on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Orlando?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Orlando.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Orlando?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Orlando from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Orlando?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Orlando with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Orlando?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Orlando from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Orlando

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines